The Tyranny (1907)

By James Blyth

Book Overview

The Tyranny is a historical novel written by James Blyth and originally published in 1907. The story is set in Scotland during the 17th century and follows the lives of two young lovers, Marion and Walter, who are caught in the midst of political and religious turmoil.Marion is a young woman who is forced to flee her home after her father is accused of being a traitor to the Scottish crown. She seeks refuge with her aunt and uncle, who are staunch supporters of the Presbyterian faith. It is there that she meets Walter, a young man who is also on the run from the authorities.As their love for each other grows, Marion and Walter become embroiled in a plot to overthrow the tyrannical rule of King James VII. They join forces with a group of rebels who are determined to restore freedom and democracy to Scotland.However, their plans are thwarted when they are betrayed by one of their own. Marion and Walter are captured and sentenced to death. In a dramatic twist, they are saved at the last minute by a group of loyal supporters who storm the prison and free them.The Tyranny is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue. It offers a vivid portrayal of life in Scotland during a turbulent period in its history and is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.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: 1167047761
• ISBN13: 9781167047763
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"