Katherine by Anya Seton is the story of Katherine Roet. The story covers her life from the year 1366 through 1396, her forced marriage to Sir Hugh Swynford, and her enduring love affair with John of Gaunt, the powerful Duke of Lancaster. This study guide includes the following Plot Summary, Chapter Summaries & Analysis, Characters, Objects/Places, Themes, Style, Quotes, and Topics for Discussion.
The actual book, published in the 50's, was required reading when my mother was in college. As a young teenager I found the volume on my mother's bookshelves. And so began my love of historical fiction. Sentimentally, this remains my favorite book.