""Dilston Hall: Or Memoirs Of James Radcliffe, Earl Of Derwentwater, A Martyr In The Rebellion Of 1715"" is a historical novel written by William Sidney Gibson and first published in 1850. The book tells the story of James Radcliffe, the Earl of Derwentwater, who was one of the leaders of the Jacobite rebellion of 1715 against King George I of England. The novel is set in Dilston Hall, the Radcliffe family's ancestral home in Northumberland, England, and chronicles the events leading up to the rebellion, including the ...
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""Dilston Hall: Or Memoirs Of James Radcliffe, Earl Of Derwentwater, A Martyr In The Rebellion Of 1715"" is a historical novel written by William Sidney Gibson and first published in 1850. The book tells the story of James Radcliffe, the Earl of Derwentwater, who was one of the leaders of the Jacobite rebellion of 1715 against King George I of England. The novel is set in Dilston Hall, the Radcliffe family's ancestral home in Northumberland, England, and chronicles the events leading up to the rebellion, including the political and religious tensions of the time. The book also explores the personal life of James Radcliffe, including his love for his wife and his devotion to the Catholic faith. The novel is a vivid portrayal of the Jacobite uprising and its aftermath, including the execution of James Radcliffe and the confiscation of his family's estate. Overall, ""Dilston Hall"" is a gripping historical novel that offers a fascinating insight into the turbulent political and social climate of 18th century England.To Which Is Added, A Visit To Bamburgh Castle, With An Account Of Lord Crewe s Charities, And A Memoir Of The Noble Founder.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.
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