The Black Moth - Softcover

Heyer, Georgette

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1447403320 ISBN 13: 9781447403326

Publisher: Tansill Press, 2011

Synopsis

The Black Moth, first published in 1921 was Georgette Heyer's first novel and also the first novel in a four-part series including These Old Shades, Devil's Cub, and An Infamous Army. The Black Moth is set around 1751 during the Georgian era and comes disguised as an amusing but uncomplicated romance.

About this title

From the Inside Flap

Jack Carstares, the disgraced Earl of Wyncham, left England seven years ago to save his family's honour. Now he is back, roaming his beloved south country in the disguise of a highwayman.

About the Author

Georgette Heyer's novels have charmed and delighted millions of readers for decades. English Heritage has awarded Georgette Heyer one of their prestigious Blue Plaques, designating her Wimbledon home as the residence of an important figure in British history. She was born in Wimbledon in August 1902. She wrote her first novel, The Black Moth, at the age of seventeen to amuse her convalescent brother; it was published in 1921 and became an instant success.

Heyer published 56 books over the next 53 years, until her death from lung cancer in 1974. Her last book, My Lord John, was published posthumously in 1975. A very private woman, she rarely reached out to the public to discuss her works or personal life. Her work included Regency romances, mysteries and historical fiction. Known as the Queen of Regency romance, Heyer was legendary for her research, historical accuracy and her extraordinary plots and characterizations. She was married to George Ronald Rougier, a barrister, and they had one son, Richard.

Edition details

• Publisher: Tansill Press
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1447403320
• ISBN 13: 9781447403326
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 282