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William Harrison Ainsworth (4 February 1805 - 3 January 1882) was an English historical novelist born at King Street in Manchester. He trained as a lawyer, but the legal profession held no attraction for him. While completing his legal studies in London he met the publisher John Ebers, at that time manager of the King's Theatre, Haymarket. Ebers introduced Ainsworth to literary and dramatic circles, and to his daughter, who became Ainsworth's wife. Ainsworth briefly tried the publishing business, but soon gave it up and devoted himself to journalism and literature. His first success as a writer came with Rookwood in 1834, which features Dick Turpin as its leading character. A stream of 39 no...
Historical novels of William Harrison Ainsworth are mainly set in 16th and 17th century England and they lean on actual historical events and persons. Putting his fictional characters in historical context, Ainsworth creates thrilling plots and sensational intrigues and affairs. This carefully crafted ebook is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Rookwood Jack Sheppard The Tower of London Guy Fawkes Old Saint Paul's The Miser's Daughter Windsor Castle The Lancashire Witches Auriol The Star Chamber Ovingdean Grange Cardinal Pole The Constable de Bourbon Boscobel The Good Old Times (The Manchester Rebels of the Fatal '45) Preston Fight The Leaguer of Lathom Chetwynd Calverley
The Collected Works of William Harrison Ainsworth (Illustrated Edition) brings together a comprehensive collection of the renowned British author's diverse body of work. Ainsworth was known for his historical romances and gothic novels, with a unique writing style that combined vivid descriptions of historical settings with thrilling plotlines filled with intrigue and suspense. This edition includes stunning illustrations that bring Ainsworth's narratives to life, adding an extra layer of depth to the reading experience. Ainsworth's works were popular during the Victorian era, influencing the literary landscape of the time and earning him a prominent place in British literature. His ability to transport readers to different time periods and immerse them in gripping tales set him apart as a master storyteller of his time. The Collected Works of William Harrison Ainsworth is a must-read for fans of historical fiction, gothic literature, and those interested in exploring the works of a prolific Victorian author whose legacy continues to endure in the world of literature.
William Harrison Ainsworth (1805 - 1882) was an English historical novelist born in Manchester. Jack Sheppard is a novel serially published in Bentley's Miscellany from 1839 to 1840. It is a historical romance and a Newgate novel based on the real life of the 18th-century criminal Jack Sheppard. Old St. Paul's is a novel serially published in 1841. It is a historical romance that describes the events of the Great Plague of London and the Great Fire of London. Jack Sheppard, Old St Paul's, and The Lancashire Witches are regarded as his most successful novels. In this book: Old Saint Paul'S, A Tale of the Plague and the Fire The Lancashire Witches - A Romance of Pendle Forest Jack Sheppard - A Romance