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The Miscellaneous Works in Prose and Verse of Sir Thomas Overbury, Knt
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating life and tragic demise of Sir Thomas Overbury, a prominent figure in the Jacobean court. It meticulously examines his rise to power, his close friendship with the influential Earl of Somerset, and his untimely death by poisoning while imprisoned in the Tower of London. The narrative meticulously reconstructs the events leading up to Overbury's imprisonment, exploring the complex web of political intrigue, personal vendettas, and a scandalous love triangle that sealed his fate. The author places Overbury's story within the broader context of the Jacobean era, a time marked by political turmoil, social transformation, and the rise of powerful court favourites. The book explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the corrupting influence of power, offering insights into the dark underbelly of courtly life during this period. Furthermore, it sheds light on the cultural and intellectual landscape of the time, including the prevalence of belief in witchcraft and the fascination with character writing, a literary genre in which Overbury himself excelled. The book's exploration of Overbury's life and death serves as a lens through which to understand the complexities of Jacobean society and the human cost of political machinations. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling portrait of a man caught in the crosshairs of power and a society grappling with the shifting tides of morality and ambition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282252533_0
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The Miscellaneous Works in Prose and Verse of Sir Thomas Overbury, Knt: Now First Collected, Edited With Notes, and a Biographical Account of the Author (Classic Reprint)
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The Miscellaneous Works in Prose and Verse of Sir Thomas Overbury, Knt: Now First Collected, Edited With Notes, and a Biographical Account of the Author (Classic Reprint)
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