The King's Men: A Tale of To-morrow by Grant, O'Reilly, Stimson, and Wheelwright

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Author Grant, Robert, 1852-1940
Author O'Reilly, John Boyle, 1844-1890
Author Stimson, Frederic Jesup, 1855-1943
Author Wheelwright, John T. (John Tyler), 1856-1925
Title The King's Men: A Tale of To-morrow
Note Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The King's Men: A Tale of To-morrow" by Robert Grant and others is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in an alternate historical setting where England is reeling from the consequences of political upheaval, particularly after the abdication of King George V and the establishment of a republic. The primary character, Geoffrey Ripon, finds himself in a precarious position as the last heir of a once-great lineage, living in diminished circumstances and reflecting on the social changes around him. The beginning of the book introduces Geoffrey Ripon, who is living in a lodge once associated with his noble family, troubled by financial ruin and pondering the shifting social landscape of post-monarchical England. Through his interactions and observations, readers glimpse a society grappling with the consequences of radical change. The narrative sets up significant themes of class, nostalgia for the past, and the social dynamics of a world where titles and power are in disarray, hinting at more personal and political conflicts to come as various characters enter his life, including Margaret Windsor, the daughter of a wealthy American businessman who has taken residence in Ripon House. The opening chapters establish the tone and atmosphere, immersing the reader in a rich tapestry of historical context and character intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Political fiction
Subject Great Britain -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 18960
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 2, 2018
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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