Kenilworth

About “Kenilworth”

Kenilworth. A Romance is a historical romance novel by Sir Walter Scott, part of the Waverley series, published on 13 January 1821. The story is set in 1575 and centers on the Earl of Leicester, who is involved in the murder of his wife, Amy Robsart, at Cumnor. The novel builds toward the grand reception of Queen Elizabeth at Kenilworth Castle. It blends real historical events with fictional elements, focusing on themes of love, power, and betrayal. The narrative reflects the political and social tensions of the time, as well as the personal conflicts of its characters. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)