George Payne Rainsford James

George Payne Rainsford James was an English novelist and historical writer born in 1801. He embarked on a literary career that spanned several decades, becoming well-known for his captivating novels that often blended romance with historical themes. His works reflect a keen interest in the past, showcasing his ability to weave intricate narratives that transport readers to different times and places. James was not only a prolific writer but also served as a customs officer, which provided him a unique perspective on society and culture during his era.

As you explore the diverse range of James's novels, you’ll find a delightful mix of adventure, intrigue, and vivid character portrayals. His storytelling invites readers to immerse themselves in rich historical contexts while enjoying the human experiences that transcend time. If you’re curious about historical fiction that resonates with both heart and intellect, take a moment to delve into George Payne Rainsford James's works available in the app. Happy listening!

The Convict

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As young Lord Hadley and his companion Edward Dudley travel along a dark, coastal road, they encounter a young girl pinioned by a fallen wal…

Darnley

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A stranger rides across the Kentish countryside when his attention is called to a cottage where violence is being done to an elderly couple.…

Forest Days: A Romance of Old Times

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Picture a tranquil English village, with an inn on the green. A lone patron enjoys his wine and teasing the landlord's pretty daughter, when…

Ticonderoga; A Story of Early Frontier Life in the Mohawk Valley

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In the backwoods, lives a man and his two teenage children. He has sought the quiet life on the frontier, although he is a friend to all and…

The Smuggler

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The county of Kent, situated in the south eastern corner of England is ideally placed for the smugglers' trade. Close to London, with its ma…

De L'Orme

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G.P.R. James was a historian and novelist, who took well-documented historical events and characters and wove stories around minor or imagin…

Agnes Sorel

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The Hundred Years' War: a series of conflicts waged from 1337 to 1453 by the House of Plantagenet, rulers of the Kingdom of England, against…

The Forgery

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Humphrey Scriven is a fine, genial, mercantile man, left widowed to raise three daughters and a son. Two of the daughters marry well althoug…

Agincourt: A Romance

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The Battle of Agincourt provided a surprise English victory in the Hundred Years' War. It took place in 1415 and brought a turning point in …

Arabella Stuart

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Lady Arabella Stuart was an English noblewoman at the beginning of the seventeenth century. At one time considered to be a possible successo…

The Huguenot: A Tale of the French Protestants

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The time of French king Louis XIV was a time of religious conflict. His father, Louis XIII had tried to suppress the teachings and followers…

Thirty Years Since; or, The Ruined Family

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Two young men share a carriage from London to the fictional village of Emberton early on a late August morning. One is a Captain Delaware of…

Richelieu: A Tale of France

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Written in three volumes, this fictionalized biography of Richelieu is supposedly based on a manuscript that fell into the author's hands an…

Lord Montagu's Page

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A young man is crossing the English Channel bound for France. It is obviously not his first such trip, but who is he and what is his errand?…

The Fate: A Tale of Stirring Times

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The lot of a younger son was less assured than his older brother in days gone by. It was worse for his descendant, especially if he wanted t…

Arrah Neil; or, Times of Old

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During his lifetime, James published an estimated 100 novels. Arrah Neil was published some 40 years after his death. In this historical nov…

Mary of Burgundy; or, The Revolt of Ghent

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Fifteenth century Europe was a time of political upheaval and uncertainty. Mary of Burgundy of the House of Valois ruled over a collection o…

Philip Augustus; or, The Brothers in Arms

This hisorical novel centers on the life and reign of the twelfth century king of France, Philip Augustus. He was the first monarch to call …

The Desultory Man

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This early novel by James is written in the first person by "James Young", and tells of his early experiences of the deaths of his…