Ingliston (1840)

By Grace Webster

Book Overview

Ingliston (1840) is a historical novel written by Grace Webster. The story is set in the early 19th century in Scotland and follows the lives of two families, the Inglis and the Jamiesons, who are neighbors and live on the estate of Ingliston. The novel explores the complex relationships between the families, including love, betrayal, and family secrets. It also delves into the social and political issues of the time, such as the Highland Clearances, the struggle for Scottish independence, and the impact of the Industrial Revolution on rural communities.The main characters in the novel include the headstrong and independent Isabella Inglis, who falls in love with the charming but troubled Allan Jamieson. Their relationship is complicated by family rivalries and secrets that threaten to tear them apart.Ingliston (1840) is a richly detailed and atmospheric novel that brings to life the landscape and culture of Scotland in the early 19th century. It is a compelling read for fans of historical fiction and those interested in Scottish history and culture.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: 1164681087
• ISBN13: 9781164681083
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 406 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"