The King's Ward (1898)

The King's Ward is a historical fiction novel written by Jessie Perry Van Zile Belden and originally published in 1898. The story takes place in medieval England and follows the life of a young girl named Rosamond who becomes the ward of King Henry II after her father's death. Rosamond is taken in by the king's court and raised alongside his own children, becoming a close friend and confidante to the queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine. As she grows older, Rosamond finds herself caught up in the political intrigue and power struggles of the royal court, particularly as tensions rise between Henry and his sons over the succession to the throne.The novel explores themes of loyalty, love, and duty as Rosamond navigates her place in the complex web of relationships at court. Along the way, she must also confront the challenges of her own heart as she falls in love with a young knight, risking everything to be with him.The King's Ward is a captivating tale of medieval life, full of rich historical detail and vivid characters. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the royal court and the challenges faced by those who lived within it.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.