Cardinal Pole V1: Or the Days of Philip and Mary, a Historical Romance (1863)

Cardinal Pole V1: Or The Days Of Philip And Mary, A Historical Romance (1863) is a novel written by William Harrison Ainsworth. The book is set in the 16th century during the reign of Queen Mary I of England and her husband, King Philip II of Spain. The main character is Reginald Pole, a Catholic cardinal who returns to England after spending many years in exile. The novel explores the religious and political conflicts of the time, including the persecution of Protestants and the struggle for power between England and Spain. The story also includes a love triangle between Pole, a noblewoman named Margaret Clifford, and a young Protestant named Arthur Brandon. The novel is a blend of historical fact and fiction, and Ainsworth's vivid descriptions of the period's customs, clothing, and architecture add to the novel's authenticity. Overall, Cardinal Pole V1: Or The Days Of Philip And Mary, A Historical Romance is a compelling tale of love, power, and religious conflict set against the backdrop of one of England's most tumultuous periods.In Three Volumes.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.