Fair Rosamund (1897)

Fair Rosamund is a historical novel written by Michael Field, published in 1897. The story is set in medieval England and revolves around the life of Rosamund Clifford, the mistress of King Henry II. The novel depicts the love affair between the two and the political turmoil that arises due to their relationship.Rosamund is portrayed as a beautiful and innocent young woman who captures the heart of the king. However, their love is threatened by the queen and the powerful nobles who oppose their relationship. The novel explores the themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and power.The author has skillfully woven historical facts and fiction to create a compelling narrative. The characters are well-developed and the plot is engaging. The novel also provides a vivid description of the medieval period, its customs, and traditions.Overall, Fair Rosamund is a captivating historical novel that offers a glimpse into the life of a fascinating woman who played a significant role in English history.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.