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Set against the grim backdrop of early‑Jacobean England, the novel plunges listeners into a world where religious oppression and political intrigue intertwine. As the Crown tightens its grip on Catholic families, a group of desperate gentlemen—led by a charismatic, tormented figure—conspire to strike at the heart of Parliament itself. Their daring plan is fueled not only by a thirst for justice but also by secret passions that blossom amidst the looming danger.
Through vivid scenes of clandestine meetings, bustling taverns, and the shadowy streets of London, the story captures the tension of a nation on the brink of catastrophe. Romantic entanglements add depth to the conspirators, revealing personal motives that clash with their public crusade. Listeners will be swept along as loyalties are tested and the first stages of the infamous plot unfold, setting the stage for a dramatic clash of ideals and destiny.
Language
en
Duration
~16 hours (938K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Robert Cicconetti, KD Weeks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
Release date
2011-10-13
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1805–1882
A bestselling Victorian storyteller, this Manchester-born novelist became famous for fast-moving historical romances packed with crime, folklore, and old England atmosphere. His books helped shape 19th-century popular fiction, with titles like Rookwood and The Tower of London standing out among his best-known works.
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