Mary Stuart 1587

""Mary Stuart 1587"" by Alexandre Dumas is a historical novel that tells the story of Mary, Queen of Scots, and her tragic downfall. Set in the 16th century, the novel explores the political and religious turmoil of the time, as Mary struggles to maintain her power and assert her claim to the English throne. The book follows Mary's tumultuous life from her early years in Scotland to her imprisonment in England, and ultimately her execution in 1587. Through vivid descriptions and compelling characters, Dumas brings to life the complex web of alliances and betrayals that shaped Mary's fate. This book is a timeless classic that offers a fascinating glimpse into one of the most dramatic periods in European history.A week after the events we have related, as nine o'clock in the evening had just sounded from the castle bell, and the queen and Mary Seyton were sitting at a table where they were working at their tapestry, a stone thrown from the courtyard passed through the window bars, broke a pane of glass, and fell into the room. The queen's first idea was to believe it accidental or an insult.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.