Earthly Joys A Novel
Earthly Joys A Novel by Philippa Gregory, published by Washington Square Press on June 7, 2005, is a historical fiction that immerses readers in the passionate and turbulent times of seventeenth-century England. The narrative follows John Tradescant, a renowned gardener whose skills and loyalty make him an invaluable servant. As he navigates the complexities of his role, he becomes an informal confidant to Sir Robert Cecil, witnessing significant historical events, including the Gunpowder Plot and the rise of King Charles I.
In this edition, readers will explore Tradescant’s journey as he encounters the charismatic Duke of Buckingham, whose influence challenges his values and relationships. The story delves into themes of loyalty, love, and ambition, set against a backdrop of political intrigue and personal conflict. With 528 pages, this reprint edition offers a detailed portrayal of the Renaissance period, blending romance and literary elements to create a vivid historical tapestry.
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#1 New York Times bestselling author and “queen of royal fiction” (USA TODAY) Philippa Gregory brings to life the passionate, turbulent times of seventeenth-century England as seen through the eyes of the country’s most famous royal gardener.
John Tradescant’s fame and skill as a gardener are unsurpassed in seventeenth-century England, but it is his clear-sighted honesty and loyalty that make him an invaluable servant. As an informal confidant of Sir Robert Cecil, adviser to King James I, he witnesses the making of history, from the Gunpowder Plot to the accession of King Charles I and the growing animosity between Parliament and court.
Tradescant’s talents soon come to the attention of the most powerful man in the country, the irresistible Duke of Buckingham, the lover of King Charles I. Tradescant has always been faithful to his masters, but Buckingham is unlike any he has ever known: flamboyant, outrageously charming, and utterly reckless. Every certainty upon which Tradescant has based his life—his love of his wife and children, his passion for his work, his loyalty to his country—is shattered as he follows Buckingham to court, to war, and to the forbidden territories of human love.
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