A Golden Age is a historical novel written by Ismay Thorn and published in 1888. The story is set in the late 16th century during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I in England. The novel follows the life of a young woman named Anne, who is born into a wealthy family and is raised in the court of the queen. Anne is a strong-willed and independent woman who is determined to make her own way in the world.As Anne grows older, she becomes involved in the political and social intrigues of the court. She becomes a close confidant of the queen and is privy to many of her secrets. Anne also becomes romantically involved with a young nobleman, who is also a close friend of the queen.As the story progresses, Anne finds herself caught up in a web of deceit and betrayal. She must navigate the dangerous waters of court politics and survive the many plots and schemes that threaten her life and the lives of those she loves.A Golden Age is a gripping tale of love, power, and intrigue set against the backdrop of one of the most fascinating periods in English history. With vivid characters and a richly detailed setting, Ismay Thorn brings the world of Elizabethan England to life in this compelling novel.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.