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The Provost is a novel written by John Galt, first published in 1822. The story is set in the fictional Scottish town of Irvine and follows the life of the town's provost, or mayor, George Kilgour. The novel is a satirical portrayal of Scottish society in the late 18th and early... Read Full Overview

The Provost is a novel written by Scottish author John Galt. It was first published in 1822 and is considered one of Galt's most significant works. The story is set in the fictional Scottish town of Irvine and follows the life of a local provost named William Pawkie. Pawkie is... Read Full Overview

The Provost, is a classical book and has been considered important throughout the human history. So that this book is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this again in a modern format book for present and future generations... Read Full Overview

The Provost by John Galt is a satirical novel set in an 18th-century Scottish burgh, offering a keen exploration of local politics and social hierarchy. The story follows the life of Provost Pawkie, a shrewd and ambitious civic leader who navigates the intricacies of community... Read Full Overview

Step back into 19th-century Scotland with John Galt's "The Provost," a captivating social satire set in the small town of Irvine. This meticulously prepared edition revives a classic tale of civic life and local politics, offering a glimpse into a bygone era.

Step back into 19th-century Scotland with John Galt's "The Provost," a captivating social satire set in the small town of Irvine. This meticulously prepared edition revives a classic tale of civic life and local politics, offering a glimpse into a bygone era.

"The Provost" by John Galt offers a captivating glimpse into early 19th-century Scottish society. Set against the backdrop of a bustling Scottish town, the novel chronicles the life and times of its eponymous provost, a man deeply embedded in the community's affairs. Through... Read Full Overview

I reflected the while of a minute before I made any reply, and then I said-- "I would hae na doubt of the matter, Mr. M'Lucre, could it be brought about to get you chosen for the delegate; but I fear, as ye are only Dean of Guild this year, that's no to be accomplished; and really,... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview