Publisher's Synopsis
The Weight of the Crown is a historical novel written by Fred Merrick White and first published in 1906. The story is set in the late 17th century and follows the life of the Duke of Monmouth, the illegitimate son of King Charles II of England. The book explores the political and social tensions of the time, as well as the personal struggles of the protagonist. Monmouth is torn between his loyalty to his father and his own ambitions to claim the throne. The novel also features other historical figures, such as James II and William III, and depicts the events leading up to the Glorious Revolution of 1688. The Weight of the Crown is a well-researched and engaging work of historical fiction that offers a vivid portrayal of life in 17th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
