The Cardinal's Rose

The Cardinal's Rose is a novel written by Van Tassel Sutphen and published in 1901. The story is set in the late 16th century and follows the life of a young woman named Rose, who is the daughter of a nobleman in England. Rose is in love with a young man named Hugh, but her father disapproves of their relationship and arranges for her to marry another man.As Rose struggles to come to terms with her new life, she meets a powerful cardinal who takes an interest in her. The cardinal is impressed by Rose's intellect and beauty and offers to help her in any way he can. Rose is torn between her love for Hugh and her growing affection for the cardinal, who becomes her mentor and confidante.As the story unfolds, Rose finds herself caught up in a web of political intrigue and danger. She must navigate the complex world of court politics and religious conflict, all while trying to protect her loved ones and stay true to herself.The Cardinal's Rose is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in English history. Sutphen's vivid descriptions and nuanced characters bring the story to life, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction.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.