William Harrison Ainsworth's deep knowledge of history and his skill as a storyteller make this novel a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or British history.
Old Saint Paul's is a classic English historical novl by William Harrison Ainsworth that relates a gripping tale of the black plague and the fire.William Harrison Ainsworth (4 February 1805 - 3 January 1882) was an English historical ...
The novel also features a range of other characters, including a highwayman, a plague victim, and a witch. As the story progresses, the plague spreads throughout London, causing death and chaos.