St. Johnstoun V2: Or John, Earl Of Gowrie

By Eliza Logan

Book Overview

St. Johnstoun V2: Or John, Earl Of Gowrie is a historical novel by Eliza Logan. The book is the second volume in a series that explores the life of John Ruthven, the Earl of Gowrie, who was a prominent figure in 16th century Scotland. The story is set in the town of St. Johnstoun (now known as Perth) and follows John as he navigates the complex political landscape of Scotland during the reign of King James VI. The novel begins with John returning to St. Johnstoun after several years away. He is greeted with suspicion by many of the town's residents, who are wary of his family's reputation for rebellion against the crown. Despite this, John is determined to prove himself to be a loyal subject of the king and to restore his family's honor. As John settles back into life in St. Johnstoun, he becomes embroiled in a plot to overthrow the king. He must navigate dangerous political alliances and betrayals in order to protect his family and his town. Along the way, John also finds himself falling in love with a young woman named Margaret, who is the daughter of one of his allies. St. Johnstoun V2: Or John, Earl Of Gowrie is a gripping tale of political intrigue, romance, and loyalty set against the backdrop of 16th century Scotland. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the history 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: 1432695894
• ISBN13: 9781432695897
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"