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Barbara Gwynne (Life) by William Budd Trites delves into the captivating story of Barbara Gwynne, more famously known as Nell Gwyn, a prominent figure in 17th-century England. This biography explores the life of the celebrated actress who rose from humble beginnings to become a mistress of King Charles II. Trites meticulously recounts Gwynne's journey, from her early days to her successful stage career and her eventual relationship with the King. The book offers insights into her wit, charm, and the significant role she played within the royal court. Readers will discover the social and political context of the time, enriching their understanding of both Gwynne's life and the broader historical landscape of England during the reign of Charles II. This biography captures the essence of a woman who left an indelible mark on history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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