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Windsor CastleWilliam Harrison Ainsworth

Windsor Castle

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Original author: William Harrison Ainsworth

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"Windsor Castle" by William Harrison Ainsworth is a historical romance novel serialized in 1842. Set during Henry VIII's turbulent pursuit of Anne Boleyn, the story weaves together court intrigue, forbidden love, and supernatural horror. As the king seeks to replace Catherine of Aragon, opposing forces emerge—including a rival suitor and a scheming cardinal. Haunting the narrative is Herne the Hunter, a malevolent spirit of Windsor Forest who preys upon souls, creating an atmosphere of Gothic dread amid the dangerous politics of the Tudor court.

Windsor Castle, by William Harrison Ainsworth. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #2866.

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