for The First Time, The Remarkable Story That Inspired Robert Louis Stevenson’s kidnapped.
publishers Weeklythe Dramatic Tale Of James (jemmy) Annesley Inspired Robert Louis Stevenson's Kidnapped And Four Other Novels. Now Virginia Tech History Professor Ekirch (day's Close) Presents The Intriguing, Complex True Narrative Of The 18th-century Travails Of The Rightful Earl Of Anglesea. Ekirch Describes Young Annesley's Near Abandonment To The Dublin Streets Through The Greed-induced Maneuvering Of His Father, Baron Altham, And Altham's Mistress. Upon Altham's Death, Jemmy's Uncle Richard Perpetuated The Lie That The Boy Was Illegitimate And, Later, That He Had Died. In 1728 Richard Had 12-year-old Jemmy Kidnapped And Transported To The Colony Of Delaware As An Indentured Servant. After 13 Years Of Virtual Slavery, Jemmy Escaped And Returned To The British Isles. His Claim To Gentlemanly Birth Was Endorsed By Numerous Former Acquaintances, But Denied By A Few Key Individuals. Eventually, His Cause Was Championed By Daniel Mackercher, A Self-made Scottish Merchant Who Dedicated His Life To The Defense Of Jemmy's Birthright. Lengthy And Sensational Legal Proceedings Resulted In A Less-than-timely Vindication Of The Claim. Confusing Because Of Excessive Use Of Frequently Changing Noble Titles, Birthright Is Nonetheless A Fascinating Read. 26 Illus., 3 Maps. (jan.)
Categories:
- History
- World
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Author : Ekirch, A Roger
Language : English
Edition : Illustrated
Published :2011-06-27
Number Of Pages : 288
Binding : Paperback
ISBN-10 : 0393340015
ISBN-13 : 9780393340013
Item weight : 0.55 lb
Dimensions : 0.79 in x 5.43 in x 8.19 in
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