Darnley V1: Or The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold is a historical novel written by George Payne Rainsford James in 1830. The book is set in the 16th century and follows the story of a young English nobleman named Henry Darnley. Darnley is sent to the court of King Francis I of France, where he becomes embroiled in the political and social intrigues of the time. The novel is based on the real-life events surrounding the famous meeting between King Henry VIII of England and King Francis I of France, known as the Field of the Cloth of Gold. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the courtly life of the time, including the lavish clothing, food, and entertainment. It also explores the themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, as Darnley becomes caught up in the dangerous games of the court. Overall, Darnley V1: Or The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold is a thrilling historical novel that transports readers back to the exciting and tumultuous world of 16th-century Europe.In Three Volumes.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.