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Redgauntlet A Tale of the Eighteenth Century: The Works of Sir Walter Scott

Redgauntlet A Tale of the Eighteenth Century: The Works of Sir Walter Scott

Scott, Walter

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ISBN10: 1162631864
ISBN13: 9781162631868
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 584
Weight: 2.18
Height: 1.18 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Redgauntlet is a historical novel written by Sir Walter Scott, first published in 1824. The story is set in the 18th century and follows the adventures of a young man named Alan Fairford, who is sent on a mission by his father to deliver a letter to a Jacobite leader, Sir Henry Redgauntlet. Along the way, Alan is joined by his friend, Darsie Latimer, and together they become embroiled in a dangerous plot to restore the exiled Stuart dynasty to the throne of England.As they travel through Scotland and England, Alan and Darsie encounter a colorful cast of characters, including smugglers, spies, and Jacobite rebels. They must navigate treacherous political waters and face many challenges, including imprisonment, betrayal, and even a duel. Along the way, they also learn about the history and culture of Scotland, as well as the complex political and religious tensions of the time.Redgauntlet is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue, set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in British history. Scott's masterful storytelling and vivid descriptions bring the characters and settings to life, making this novel a classic of historical fiction.1905. Sir Walter Scott was a master of diverse talents. He was a man of letters, a dedicated historian and historiographer, a well-read translator of foreign texts, and a talented poet. Deriving most of his material from his native Scotland, its history and its legends, Scott invented and mastered what we know today as the historical novel. Set in the summer of 1765, Redgauntlet centers around a fictitious Jacobite rebellion. This is the last of Scott's major Scottish novels. See the many other works by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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