Merry England V1: Or Nobles And Serfs (1874)

""Merry England V1: Or Nobles And Serfs"" is a historical novel written by William Harrison Ainsworth and published in 1874. The book is set in England during the 15th century and follows the lives of the nobles and serfs during this time period. The story revolves around the love affair between Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, and Anne Beauchamp, his wife. The book also explores the political and social issues of the time, including the Wars of the Roses, the power struggle between the nobles and the monarchy, and the plight of the serfs. Ainsworth's vivid descriptions of the landscapes, castles, and customs of medieval England bring the era to life for readers. The book is the first in a series of three novels, and is a must-read for anyone interested in English history and literature.In Three Volumes.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.