Athol (1873)

By Mary R. Higham

Book Overview

Athol is a novel written by Mary R. Higham and published in 1873. The story is set in the Scottish Highlands and follows the life of the protagonist, Athol, a young man who inherits a large estate from his father. Athol is a kind and generous person who is loved by all those around him. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Flora. Flora is from a lower social class and her family disapproves of her relationship with Athol. Despite the obstacles they face, Athol and Flora remain committed to each other and their love story unfolds amidst the beautiful backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. The novel explores themes of love, class, and social expectations in a society that is deeply rooted in tradition. Mary R. Higham's writing is vivid and descriptive, painting a beautiful picture of the Scottish landscape and the characters that inhabit it. Athol is a timeless love story that will captivate readers with its emotional depth and romanticism.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: 1166482766
• ISBN13: 9781166482763
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 426 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"