St. Albans (1920)

St. Albans is a historical novel written by William Page and first published in 1920. The story is set in the 15th century in the town of St. Albans, England, during the Wars of the Roses. The novel follows the lives of several characters, including a young nobleman named Richard Neville, who becomes the Earl of Warwick, and a commoner named Jack Cade, who leads a rebellion against the ruling monarchy.The novel explores the political and social upheaval of the time, as the House of Lancaster and the House of York fight for control of the English throne. The characters are caught up in the conflict, with some supporting one side or the other, while others try to remain neutral.The story is full of action, intrigue, and romance, with battles, betrayals, and love affairs. The characters are well-drawn and complex, with their own motivations and desires. The novel also provides a vivid picture of life in medieval England, with its customs, beliefs, and social hierarchy.Overall, St. Albans is a gripping historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a turbulent period of English history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Wars of the Roses or medieval England in general.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.