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Old Mortality
Paperback
Classic FictionGeneral FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781142749873
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Jan 5 2010
Pages: 554
Weight: 1.69
Height: 1.12 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Old Mortality, by Sir Walter Scott, transports readers to 17th-century Scotland during the tumultuous times of the Covenanters. Set against the backdrop of religious and political strife, the novel follows the story of Henry Morton, a young man caught between conflicting loyalties.
As Morton becomes entangled with the radical Covenanters, he finds himself embroiled in their struggle against the oppressive government. Scott masterfully weaves a tale of love, honor, and sacrifice amidst the chaos of war. Through vivid descriptions and compelling characters, Old Mortality explores themes of religious fanaticism, political intrigue, and the enduring power of the human spirit. This historical novel offers a captivating glimpse into a pivotal era in Scottish history.
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