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The Astonishing History Of Troy Town (1888)

The Astonishing History Of Troy Town (1888)

Quiller-Couch, Arthur T.

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Literary CriticismGeneral European HistoryGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1163903787
ISBN13: 9781163903780
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 292
Weight: 0.87
Height: 0.61 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Astonishing History of Troy Town is a novel by Arthur T. Quiller-Couch, first published in 1888. The book is set in the fictional town of Troy, located in Cornwall, England. It tells the story of the town's history, beginning with the arrival of the Romans and the establishment of a fort, which was later abandoned. The town then fell into ruin until it was rediscovered by a group of monks who founded a monastery there. Over time, the town grew and prospered, becoming a center of trade and commerce.The novel follows the lives of several characters who live in Troy Town, including the town's mayor, a wealthy merchant, and a young woman who is forced to marry against her will. The book also explores the themes of love, betrayal, and the struggle for power.Quiller-Couch's writing style is highly descriptive and evocative, painting a vivid picture of life in a medieval town. The book is rich in historical detail, drawing on the author's extensive knowledge of the period. It is also notable for its use of Cornish dialect, which adds to the authenticity of the setting.Overall, The Astonishing History of Troy Town is a captivating and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval England.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.

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