Basile The Jester: A Romance Of The Days Of Mary Queen Of Scots is a historical novel written by Joyce Emmerson Muddock and first published in 1897. The story is set in the 16th century during the reign of Mary Queen of Scots and follows the life of a jester named Basile. Basile is a talented performer who entertains the court with his wit and humor. However, he is also a man with a troubled past and a dark secret that he keeps hidden from those around...