The Macleans Of Skorvous (1881)

By John Meikle

Book Overview

The Macleans of Skorvous is a historical fiction novel written by John Meikle and first published in 1881. The book tells the story of the Maclean family, a prominent Scottish clan from the western Highlands. The main character is Lachlan Maclean, the laird of Skorvous, who is struggling to maintain his family's power and prestige in the face of changing times.The novel is set in the 17th century, a time of political and religious upheaval in Scotland. The Macleans are staunch supporters of the Stuart monarchy and the Catholic faith, which puts them at odds with the Protestant government in Edinburgh. Lachlan's son, Donald, is a charismatic young man who becomes involved in a rebellion against the government, leading to a tragic conflict with the Macleans' longtime rivals, the Campbells.The story is rich in historical detail, with vivid descriptions of Scottish customs, landscapes, and battles. Meikle's prose is poetic and evocative, capturing the beauty and harshness of life in the Highlands. The novel also explores themes of loyalty, honor, and family, as the Macleans struggle to maintain their traditions and way of life in a rapidly changing world.Overall, The Macleans of Skorvous is a compelling and immersive work of historical fiction that transports readers to a bygone era of Scottish history.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: 1165751658
• ISBN13: 9781165751655
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"