A King's Ransom (1904)

A King's Ransom is a historical novel written by Nina Frances Layard in 1904. The story is set in the 14th century and follows the life of King Edward III of England and his daughter, Princess Joan. The king is determined to expand his kingdom and conquer France, but he faces fierce resistance from the French king, Philip VI. Meanwhile, Princess Joan falls in love with a French knight named Bertrand de Guesclin, who is fighting against her father's army. As the war rages on, both Joan and Bertrand are forced to choose between their love and their loyalty to their respective countries. The novel is a tale of love, war, betrayal, and sacrifice, set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in European history. It provides a vivid portrayal of the political and social conditions of the time, as well as the struggles and triumphs of the people who lived through it.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.