Midwinter: Certain Travellers in Old England by John Buchan
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About this eBook
| Author | Buchan, John, 1875-1940 |
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| Title | Midwinter: Certain Travellers in Old England |
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| Summary | "Midwinter: Certain Travellers in Old England" by John Buchan is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative transports readers to a period during the Jacobite risings in 1763, following the experiences of Alastair Maclean, a Highland gentleman on a secretive journey fraught with political intrigue and personal quests. The story weaves themes of loyalty, honor, and the complexities of power dynamics in historical England, particularly amid the rich backdrop of Scottish and English relations. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Alastair Maclean, who is on a covert mission which requires both speed and discretion. He encounters a troubling scene in the woods, involving a boy under threat from a keeper, and intervenes, saving the boy from harm. This act leads him into the company of moor-men who offer him shelter and introduce him to the enigmatic Midwinter, a fiddler with profound knowledge and a unique philosophy on life. The opening sets a vivid tone, establishing Alastair's character as one torn between duty and the dangers of his mission, while hinting at deeper themes of loyalty and the struggle for power amidst the historical turbulence of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Charles Edward, Prince, grandson of James II, King of England, 1720-1788 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Jacobite Rebellion, 1745-1746 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Johnson, Samuel, 1709-1784 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59178 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 53 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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