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G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford) James

George Payne Rainsford James, was an English novelist and historical writer, the son of a physician in London. He was for many years British Consul at various places in the United States and on the Continent. He held the honorary office of British Historiographer Royal during the last years of William IV's reign.

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The Smuggler: A Tale. Volumes I-III

"The Smuggler: A Tale. Volumes I-III" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story is set in the natural backdro...

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De L'Orme. The Works of G. P. R. James, Esq., Vol. XVI.

"De L'Orme" by G. P. R. James is a historical romance written in the early 19th century. The narrative unfolds the life of Louis, Count de l'Orme, who...

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The Castle of Ehrenstein Its Lords Spiritual and Temporal; Its Inhabitants Earthly and Unearthly

"The Castle of Ehrenstein" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story is set within a dark, atmospheric castle...

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Delaware; or, The Ruined Family. Vol. 2

"Delaware; or, The Ruined Family. Vol. 2" by G. P. R. James is a novel written in the early 19th century. This installment continues the narrative sur...

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Agnes Sorel: A Novel

"Agnes Sorel: A Novel" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. This narrative appears to revolve around the life and ...

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Heidelberg: A Romance. Volumes I, II & III

"Heidelberg: A Romance" by G. P. R. James is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative centers around two young Englishmen, William Lovet...

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The Man-at-Arms; or, Henry De Cerons. Volumes I and II

"The Man-at-Arms; or, Henry De Cerons. Volumes I and II" by G. P. R. James is a historical romance written in the mid-19th century. The narrative foll...

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

"Ticonderoga: A Story of Early Frontier Life in the Mohawk Valley" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book c...

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The Robber, A Tale.

"The Robber, A Tale" by G. P. R. James is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story unfolds in a picturesque setting known as merry England...

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The Desultory Man Collection of Ancient and Modern British Novels and Romances. Vol. CXLVII.

"The Desultory Man" by G. P. R. James is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book serves as a memoir-like narrative, offering reflections o...

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Arrah Neil; or, Times of Old

"Arrah Neil; or, Times of Old" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the...

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Attila: A Romance. Vol. II.

"Attila: A Romance. Vol. II." by G. P. R. James is a historical novel likely written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the tumultuous l...

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The History of Chivalry

"The History of Chivalry" by G. P. R. James is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book delves into the origins and developmen...

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Agincourt: A Romance The Works of G. P. R. James, Volume XX

"Agincourt: A Romance" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds during a tumultuous time, focusing o...

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The King's Highway

"The King's Highway" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel likely written in the early 19th century. The narrative opens on the Irish coast with a g...

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Beauchamp; or, The Error.

"Beauchamp; or, The Error" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story is set during the reign of one of the Br...

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A Whim, and Its Consequences Collection of British Authors Vol. CXIV

"A Whim, and Its Consequences" by G. P. R. James is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The book explores themes of life and death through its ch...

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Delaware; or, The Ruined Family. Vol. 3

"Delaware; or, The Ruined Family. Vol. 3" by G. P. R. James is a novel likely written during the early 19th century. This literary work dives into the...

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Morley Ernstein; or, the Tenants of the Heart

"Morley Ernstein; or, the Tenants of the Heart" by G. P. R. James is a romance novel written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around the ...

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The Man in Black: An Historical Novel of the Days of Queen Anne

"The Man in Black: An Historical Novel of the Days of Queen Anne" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story i...

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