The Story Of Nell Gwyn And The Sayings Of Charles II (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162744223)

The Story of Nell Gwyn and the Sayings of Charles II is a book written by Peter Cunningham that provides a historical account of the life of Nell Gwyn, a famous actress and mistress of King Charles II of England. The book begins with Nell's humble beginnings as a prostitute and her rise to fame as an actress, eventually catching the eye of the king. Cunningham explores the relationship between Nell and Charles II, detailing their love affair and the scandalous nature of their courtship. In addition to Nell's story, the book also includes a collection of witty and humorous sayings attributed to Charles II, offering insight into the personality and character of the monarch. Cunningham's writing style is engaging and informative, providing a vivid picture of life in 17th century England. Overall, The Story of Nell Gwyn and the Sayings of Charles II is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, romance, and the lives of famous figures.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.

Author: Peter Cunningham
ISBN-10: 1162744227
ISBN-13: 9781162744223
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 306
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.64d