Master Skylark: A Story of Shakspere's Time: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Master Skylark: A Story of Shakspere's Time is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Bennett, John (1865–1956).

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"Master Skylark: A Story of Shakspere's Time" by John Bennett is a children's novel published in 1897. Set in Shakespearean England, it follows a young choir boy from Stratford-on-Avon who is kidnapped by traveling players for his exceptional singing voice. Taken to London, he performs before Queen Elizabeth and encounters legendary figures like William Shakespeare and Ben Jonson. The story chronicles his adventures in captivity and his eventual journey home, blending historical atmosphere with adventure in a tale that captivated readers of its era.

Book and edition facts

• Title: Master Skylark: A Story of Shakspere's Time
• Author credits: Bennett, John (1865–1956)
• Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

• England -- Juvenile fiction
• Historical fiction
• Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Juvenile fiction

Gutenberg collections

• Category: Adventure
• Category: British Literature
• Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
• Category: Historical Novels
• Historical Fiction

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