The Poachers: A Tale (1863)

By Ewan Hugh MacLachlan

Book Overview

""The Poachers: A Tale"" is a novel written by Ewan Hugh MacLachlan and originally published in 1863. The story is set in the Scottish Highlands and follows the lives of two poachers, Donald and Ewan, who are constantly at odds with the local gamekeepers. Despite their illegal activities, the two poachers are portrayed as sympathetic characters who are forced into their line of work due to economic hardship and a lack of other opportunities. The novel explores themes of poverty, class struggle, and the conflict between tradition and progress. It also provides a detailed depiction of life in the Scottish countryside during the mid-19th century, including descriptions of hunting, fishing, and other outdoor activities. Overall, ""The Poachers: A Tale"" is a compelling and thought-provoking work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on the social and economic realities of rural life in Scotland during the Victorian era.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: 1166583139
• ISBN13: 9781166583132
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"