The Caged Lion by Charlotte M. Yonge
"The Caged Lion" by Charlotte M. Yonge is a historical novel that was likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative intertwines fictional characters with real historical figures and events from the early 15th century, focusing on the unique relationship between King Henry V of England and James I of Scotland, who was held captive during his youth. The story revolves around Malcolm Stewart, the heir to Glenuskie, as he navigates
the challenges presented by his lineage, his sister's fate, and the tumultuous political landscape of Scotland. The opening of the book introduces us to several key characters in Malcolm Stewart's world, beginning with a description of Glenuskie Castle, where significant tensions are brewing. Malcolm, a physically weak but introspective teenager, struggles with his noble duties and the threats posed by the rival House of Albany. As he contemplates his helplessness, we also meet Sir James Stewart, another nobleman and a family member, who appears as a figure of strength and potential ally. The story builds upon Malcolm's yearning for peace and security, setting the stage for his future endeavors, including matters of love and battle, as well as his complicated relationship with the recently captured King James. The detailed historical backdrop serves to enhance the characters' arcs and foreshadow upcoming conflicts in both personal and political spheres. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Yonge, Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary), 1823-1901 |
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| Title | The Caged Lion |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1912 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | James I, King of Scotland, 1394-1437 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Scotland -- History -- James I, 1406-1437 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 2573 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 289 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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