His Grace (1892)

His Grace is a novel written by William Edward Norris and published in 1892. The story takes place in England during the Victorian era and centers around the life of the Duke of Powys, a wealthy and influential man who is admired by many. The Duke is a complex character who is both charming and manipulative, and the novel explores his relationships with his family, friends, and enemies.The plot of the novel revolves around the Duke's attempts to secure a marriage for his son, Lord Charles, with a wealthy heiress named Lady Diana. However, Lady Diana is already engaged to another man, and the Duke must use all of his cunning and influence to break off the engagement and convince her to marry his son instead.Along the way, the Duke must also contend with his own personal demons, including his troubled relationship with his wife and his strained relationship with his eldest son. As the story unfolds, the Duke's schemes and machinations become increasingly elaborate, leading to a dramatic and unexpected conclusion.Overall, His Grace is a gripping tale of power, love, and betrayal set against the backdrop of Victorian England. With its richly drawn characters, intricate plot, and vivid descriptions of life in the upper echelons of society, this novel is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and classic literature.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.