The Pedler's Prophecy, 1595 (1914) - Robert Wilson - Bog

The Pedler's Prophecy is a historical novel written by Robert Wilson in 1914. The story is set in the year 1595 and follows the life of a peddler named John Gadbury, who is known for his prophetic abilities. The novel is set in the Elizabethan era and explores the political and social issues of the time.The story begins with Gadbury's arrival in London, where he meets a group of actors who are performing a play about the life of King Henry VIII. Gadbury predicts that the play will be a great success and that the lead actor will become famous. His prediction comes true, and the actor becomes a celebrity overnight.Gadbury's reputation as a prophet grows, and he is soon invited to the court of Queen Elizabeth I. There, he predicts that the queen will live a long and prosperous life, and that her successor will be a man of great wisdom and courage.However, Gadbury's prophetic abilities also attract the attention of those who seek to use them for their own gain. He is kidnapped by a group of conspirators who hope to use his predictions to overthrow the queen and seize power.The Pedler's Prophecy is a gripping tale of politics, power, and prophecy in the Elizabethan era. Wilson's vivid descriptions of the period and its characters bring the story to life, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction.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.