Kenilworth I-II

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Kenilworth I-II

by Walter Scott

FI·~10 hours

Chapters

Description

Set against the glittering court of Elizabethan England, the story opens with the charismatic Earl of Leicester arriving at the grand Kenilworth Castle, summoned by the queen herself. Amid the lavish festivities and the echo of music in the great halls, Leicester is torn between his ambition, his loyalty to the crown, and a growing affection for the enigmatic lady Amy Robsart, his secret wife. The castle’s imposing walls and the surrounding countryside become a stage for whispered conspiracies, jealous glances, and the subtle dance of power that defines the era.

As the festivities unfold, listeners are drawn into a world of political intrigue and personal drama, where reputation hangs in the balance and love is both a refuge and a danger. The narrative weaves vivid descriptions of Tudor splendor with the inner turmoil of its characters, offering a richly textured portrait of a pivotal moment in history. Expect a tale that balances romance, suspense, and the timeless clash between public duty and private desire.

Details

Language

fi

Duration

~10 hours (585K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2013-03-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Walter Scott

Walter Scott

1771–1832

A pioneer of the historical novel, he turned Scotland’s past into vivid adventure stories that captivated readers across Europe. His poems and novels, including the Waverley books and Ivanhoe, helped shape how generations imagined romance, history, and heroism.

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