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Mary Devereux
Mary Devereux was a 19th-century American novelist known for her engaging works of historical fiction. Some of her notable books include "Up and Down the Sands of Gold" (1901), a romantic and adventurous tale set along the coast of Maine, and "From Kingdom to Colony" (1898), which explores the American Revolution. Devereux's writing was appreciated for its vivid descriptions and strong sense of place, often focusing on themes of love, loyalty, and patriotism. Her work earned her a dedicated readership during her time, though she is less widely known today.
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PROLOGUE When William, Duke of Normandy, invaded England in 1066, and achieved for himself the title of "Conqueror," one of those who accompanied him was Robert D'Evreux, younger son of Walter, Earl of Rosmar, feudal owner and ruler of the town of his name in Normandy. After the battle of Hastings, in which William won so great a victory, he, wishing to honor the memory of the noblemen and...
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