Darnley (1900)

Darnley is a historical novel written by David Graham and published in 1900. The book is set in 16th century Scotland and follows the story of Lord Darnley, who is the second husband of Mary, Queen of Scots. The novel explores the political intrigue and power struggles of the time, as well as the personal relationships and romantic entanglements of the characters.The story begins with Darnley's arrival in Scotland and his marriage to Mary, which was arranged in an attempt to secure the throne for both of them. However, their relationship is fraught with tension and jealousy, as Darnley struggles to assert his authority and Mary becomes increasingly drawn to her advisor, the Earl of Bothwell.As the plot unfolds, Darnley becomes embroiled in a plot to overthrow Mary and take the throne for himself. The novel culminates in a dramatic finale, as Darnley's treachery is exposed and he is ultimately killed in a mysterious explosion at his residence.Overall, Darnley is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue, set against the backdrop of one of Scotland's most tumultuous periods in history. Graham's vivid descriptions and richly drawn characters bring the story to life, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction and Scottish history.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.