A Galloway Herd (1895)

By S.R. Crockett

Book Overview

A Galloway Herd is a novel written by Scottish author S. R. Crockett and published in 1895. Set in the Galloway region of Scotland, the book tells the story of a young man named John Macmillan who inherits a small farm and a herd of cattle from his father. John is determined to make a success of his farm, but he faces many challenges along the way, including harsh weather, disease, and financial difficulties.As John struggles to keep his farm afloat, he also becomes embroiled in a love triangle with two women: his childhood sweetheart, Jeanie Dalrymple, and a beautiful newcomer to the area, Mary Hope. John must navigate his feelings for both women while also trying to keep his farm running and protect his herd from a mysterious illness that threatens to wipe them out.Throughout the novel, Crockett paints a vivid picture of life in rural Scotland at the turn of the 20th century, with its rugged landscapes, close-knit communities, and traditional way of life. He also explores themes of love, loyalty, and perseverance in the face of adversity.A Galloway Herd is a classic example of Scottish literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Scotland.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164095005
• ISBN13: 9781164095002
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"