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The Leaguer Of Lathom

The Leaguer Of Lathom

William Harrison Ainsworth

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Año de edición:
2025
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
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9789371777889
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A bold, breathless return to a lost chapter of English history The Leaguer of Lathom reawakens the fierce drama of a house under siege.William Harrison Ainsworth s stirring English Civil War novel follows the heroic defense of Lathom House in 17th century England, where loyalty, love, and military cunning collide. At the heart of the tale is the indomitable Lady of Lathom and the vivid cast whose loyalties are tested amid cannon smoke, court intrigue, and desperate strategy. Equal parts historical romance, period drama book and historical adventure, Ainsworth blends page-turning action with rich atmosphere to recreate a pivotal moment in English history.This edition reclaims a title out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions carefully restored for today s and future generations. More than a reprint, it is a collector s item and a cultural treasure: edited, formatted, and preserved for readers and collectors of classic British literature and Ainsworth historical novels alike.Perfect for fans of historical fiction and English history novels, The Leaguer of Lathom offers immersive scenes of the siege of Lathom House, textured portraits of 17th century England, and the romantic undertow that defines the best William Harrison Ainsworth books. Own a restored classic that bridges scholarly value and irresistible storytelling essential for lovers of historical romance and civil-war era narratives.

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