Publisher's Synopsis
Unknown to History is a historical novel by Charlotte M. Yonge that tells the story of Mary, Queen of Scots' captivity in England. The novel is set in the 16th century and follows Mary's life after she is imprisoned by her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I. The book explores the political and religious tensions of the time, as well as the personal struggles of Mary and those around her. The story is told through the eyes of a fictional character, a young girl named Maud who becomes Mary's servant. Maud's perspective allows the reader to see Mary's captivity from a different angle and provides insight into the daily life of a captive queen. The novel is well-researched and provides a vivid portrayal of the era. It is a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction, particularly those interested in the life of Mary, Queen of Scots.1883. Yonge was one of the most prolific and successful writers of the Victorian era. In her lifetime she published well over 100 books in several genres including history, biography, adult fiction, and children's historical fiction. Contents: The Little Waif; Evil Tidings; The Captive; The Oak and the Oaken Hall; The Huckstering Woman; The Bewitched Whistle; The Blast of the Whistle; The Key of the Cipher; Unquiet; The Lady Arbell; Queen Mary�������s Presence Chamber; A Furious Letter; Beads and Bracelets; The Monograms; Mother and Child; The Peak Cavern; The Ebbing Well; Cis or Sister; The Clash of Swords; Wingfield Manor; A Tangle; Tutbury; The Love Token; A Lioness at Bay; Paul�������s Walk; In the Web; The Castle Well; Hunting Down the Deer; The Search; Tete-a-Tete; Evidence; Westminister Hall; In the Tower; Fotheringhay; Before the Commissioners; A Venture; My Lady�������s Remorse; Master Talbot and his Charge; The Fetterlock Court; The Sentence; Her Royal Highness; The Supplication; The Warrant; On the Humber; and Ten Years After. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.