
audiobook
by G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford) James
WITH AN INTRODUCTORY PREFACE.
CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
CHAPTER VIII.
CHAPTER IX.
The story opens on a quiet Cambridgeshire lane, where a modest red‑brick house stands beside a sun‑dappled stream. From this tranquil setting the narrative introduces Arabella Stuart, a young woman of noble birth whose life is shaped by the shifting fortunes of the Tudor court. As the countryside breathes around her, the reader senses the tension between personal desire and the weight of dynastic expectations.
Against this backdrop of rolling meadows and ancient trees, Arabella navigates a world of courtly intrigue, forbidden affection, and the ever‑present threat of political ruin. Her intelligence and spirit draw her into a delicate dance with powerful figures, while the lush, historic scenery mirrors the emotional currents that drive her choices. The early chapters weave together romance, moral reflection, and vivid period detail, inviting listeners to step into a richly imagined slice of English history.
Language
en
Duration
~15 hours (892K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Charles Bowen from page images provided by Google Books and Oxford University
Release date
2015-07-17
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

d. 1860
Best known for historical novels that once rivaled the popularity of Walter Scott, this prolific Victorian writer mixed court intrigue, adventure, and romance in dozens of fast-moving books. His career also stretched beyond literature into public service, including years as a British consul abroad.
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