Last Of The Barons

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The Last of the Barons is a historical novel by the English author Edward Bulwer-Lytton first published in 1843. Its plot revolves around the power struggle between the English King Edward IV and his powerful minister Earl of Warwick, known as "Warwick the kingmaker." The King is portrayed as effeminate, capricious and licentious, in contrast with the Earl, shown as a distinguished warrior and politician, great patriot and affectionate father. Other historical figures that appear frequently in the text are Duke of Clarence, Duke of Gloucester (the future King Richard III), Marquess of Montagu, and Lord Hastings. Romance and science in the Middle Ages are the secondary themes of the novel. They are explored through Sibyll, a beautiful young maiden, and her old father, Adam Warner. Sibyll, who is in love with Lord Hastings, is inseparable from her father throughout the story. Adam is a hypomanic natural philosopher working for many years to complete his invention, a mechanical device that is supposed to carry out functions of a modern steam engine. Persecuted, mistrusted, and misunderstood, he is forced to work as a royal alchemist.

Transport yourself to the captivating world of medieval England in Edward Bulwer-Lytton's timeless historical masterpiece, 'The Last of the Barons'. Set against the backdrop of a turbulent power struggle between King Edward IV and the formidable Earl of Warwick, this enthralling novel delves deep into the intricacies of political ambition and royal intrigue. Unveiling a tapestry of romance and scientific exploration, the story follows the enchanting Sibyll and her brilliant father, Adam Warner, a visionary inventor on a quest to perfect a revolutionary steam-powered contraption. As they navigate love, persecution, and the pursuit of knowledge, their fates become intricately entwined with the likes of the Duke of Clarence, Duke of Gloucester, Marquess of Montagu, and Lord Hastings. Immerse yourself in this epic tale where passion, ambition, and the wonders of science converge in a world teetering on the brink of change.

The Last of the Barons - Volume 11 by Edward Bulwer Lytton Baron Lytton is a rare manuscript, the original residing in some of the great libraries of the world. This book is a reproduction of that original, typed out and formatted to perfection, allowing new generations to enjoy the work. Publishers of the Valley's mission is to bring long out of print manuscripts back to life.