Edward Evelyn: A Tale Of The Rebellion Of Prince Charles Edward (1843)

By Jane Margaret Strickland

Book Overview

""Edward Evelyn: A Tale Of The Rebellion Of Prince Charles Edward"" is a historical novel written by Jane Margaret Strickland and published in 1843. The story is set in the 18th century and revolves around the life of the titular character, Edward Evelyn, who is a young Englishman caught up in the Jacobite uprising of 1745 led by Prince Charles Edward Stuart.The novel follows Edward's journey as he travels to Scotland to fight for the Jacobite cause, despite his family's disapproval. Along the way, he falls in love with a Scottish girl named Flora Macdonald, who becomes a key figure in the rebellion. The story is filled with adventure, romance, and political intrigue as Edward and Flora navigate the dangerous and uncertain world of the rebellion.The novel also provides a detailed historical account of the Jacobite uprising, including the battles, alliances, and political maneuverings that took place during this tumultuous period in British history. Strickland's writing is vivid and descriptive, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and emotions of the time.Overall, ""Edward Evelyn: A Tale Of The Rebellion Of Prince Charles Edward"" is a gripping historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the Jacobite uprising and its impact on the lives of ordinary people caught up in the conflict.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: 1104737671
• ISBN13: 9781104737672
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"