The Valet's Tragedy, and Other Studies

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Valet's Tragedy and Other Studies" by Andrew Lang is a historical and literary exploration written during the late 19th century. This collection delves into various intriguing historical mysteries, focusing on the enigmatic figure of Eustache Dauger, often associated with the legend of the Man in the Iron Mask, alongside other notable historical figures and events that shape the narrative. The opening of the collection introduces the complex legend surrounding the Man in the Iron Mask, initially presented through the lens of historical speculation and scrutiny. Lang articulates the story of Eustache Dauger, a valet caught in the web of royal intrigue, who was imprisoned under extraordinary conditions, raising questions about his true identity and the secrets he may have held. The narrative dissects the layers of legend and fact, suggesting that Dauger, despite being a mere servant, became a focal point of speculation and mystery that captivated the imagination of his time. This introduction sets the stage for further explorations into other historical enigmas that follow in the subsequent essays. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The valet's tragedy

The valet's master

The mystery of Sir Edmund Berry Godfrey

The false Jeanne D'Arc

Junius and Lord Lyttelton's ghost

The mystery of Amy Robsart

The voice of Jeanne D'Arc

The mystery of James de la Gloche

The truth about "Fisher's ghost"

The mystery of Lord Bateman

The queen's Marie

The Shakespeare-Bacon imbroglio.

Credits:

Produced by Les Bowler and David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2000-02-01