Nell Gwyn: life of the week
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The Early Struggles of Nell Gwyn
This chapter explores Nell Gwyn's tumultuous early life, detailing her controversial origins and the hardship she faced in a challenging family environment. It juxtaposes the harsh realities of post-Civil War England with the hopeful changes brought by the restoration of Charles II, setting the stage for her eventual career in theatre.
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