Cavalier :The Story Of A 17th Century Playboy
Cavalier :The Story Of A 17th Century Playboy
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Published:
4 September, 2008
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Description
Step behind the scenes of a Stuart household in this lavish, seductive and absorbing history from bestselling historian Lucy Worsley.
'A tour de force.' SUNDAY TIMES
William Cavendish, courageous, cultured and passionate about women, embodies the popular image of a cavalier. Famously defeated at the Battle of Marston Moor in 1644, he went into a long and miserable continental exile before returning to England in triumph on the restoration of King Charles II to the throne in 1660.
Lucy Worsley brings to life a fascinating household of the 17th century, painting a picture of conspiracy, sexual intrigue, clandestine marriage and gossip. From Ben Jonson and Van Dyck to a savage, knife-wielding master-cook, Cavalier is a brilliant illumination of the stately home in England and all its many colourful inhabitants.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780571227044 |
| ISBN10 | 057122704X |
| Number Of Pages | 368 |
| Item Weight | 288 g |
| Product Dimensions | 130 x 198 x 21 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Faber & Faber |
| Format | paperback |
| Edition | Main |
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Vividly described every detail of Cavendish's universe comes to life fascinating. -- Publishers Weekly A tour de force of the historical imagination aligned to impeccable scholarship. A marvelous book --Sir Roy Strong, author of The Story of Britain and Feast
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Author's Bio
Lucy Worsley is Chief Curator of the Historic Royal Palaces, based at Hampton Court. She also regularly appears on radio and television, on BBC1's The One Show, as well as Timewatch and other history programmes. Lucy is the author of Courtiers: The Secret History of Kensington Palace and Cavalier: A Tale of Chivalry, Passion and Great Houses.