Tom Balch

Tom Balch: A Historical Tale, Of West Somerset During Monmouth�������s Rebellion (1879) is a novel written by George Parker. The story is set in West Somerset during the time of Monmouth's Rebellion, which took place in England in 1685. The protagonist, Tom Balch, is a young man who becomes involved in the rebellion as a supporter of the Duke of Monmouth, who was attempting to overthrow King James II. The novel explores the political and social tensions of the time, as well as the personal struggles of the characters caught up in the rebellion. Tom Balch is torn between his loyalty to the Duke and his love for a woman who supports the King. The novel also features other characters who are similarly conflicted, including a priest who is torn between his religious duty and his political beliefs.The story is rich in historical detail, offering readers a glimpse into life in 17th century England. The novel also provides insight into the events leading up to the rebellion, as well as the aftermath of the conflict. Overall, Tom Balch: A Historical Tale, Of West Somerset During Monmouth�������s Rebellion (1879) is a well-written and engaging historical novel that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into a turbulent period in English history.Together With Amusing And Other Poems, Some Of Them In The Somersetshire Dialect.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.