Stanley John Weyman (1855-1928) was an English novelist sometimes referred to as the "Prince of Romance".
His most famous works include: A Gentleman of France (1893), Under the Red Robe (1894), The Castle Inn (1898) and The Long Night (1903)..
This was followed by the novels which were to make his reputation: among them are historical romances set amidst the turmoil of 16th and 17th century France.
Weyman had been practicing as a barrister for eight years until, in 1889, he wrote his first novel entitled The House of the Wolf (1890).
He obtained his degree in modern history in 1877, and was called to the bar at the Inner Temple in 1881.
He was educated at Shrewsbury School, and at Christ Church, Oxford.
He was born at Ludlow, Shropshire, as the son of a solicitor.
Stanley John Weyman (1855-1928) was an English novelist sometimes referred to as the "Prince of Romance"
