The House Of Cecil (1914)

The House of Cecil is a historical novel written by George Ravenscroft Dennis and published in 1914. The story is set in the 16th century and follows the lives of the Cecil family, one of the most prominent and influential families in England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. The novel explores the political and social climate of the time, as well as the personal struggles and relationships of the characters. The main protagonist is Robert Cecil, the son of the legendary statesman William Cecil, who served as Elizabeth's chief advisor. Robert struggles to live up to his father's legacy and faces many challenges as he navigates the dangerous world of court politics. The novel also features other historical figures such as Elizabeth I, Robert Dudley, and Francis Bacon. The House of Cecil offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Tudor court and the lives of one of England's most powerful families.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.