Publisher's Synopsis
Peveril of the Peak is a historical novel written by Sir Walter Scott, a renowned Scottish author. The book is part of the Works of Sir Walter Scott and follows the story of Julian Peveril, a young man who is caught up in the political turmoil of 17th century England. The novel is set during the reign of King Charles II and explores the conflicts between the Royalists and the Parliamentarians. Julian Peveril finds himself caught in the middle of these conflicts, as he struggles to navigate the treacherous political landscape and protect his family and friends.Throughout the book, Sir Walter Scott weaves a complex and engaging tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue. The characters are richly drawn and the historical setting is vividly portrayed, making the reader feel as though they are living in 17th century England.Overall, Peveril of the Peak is a masterful work of historical fiction that showcases Sir Walter Scott's incredible storytelling abilities. It is a must-read for anyone interested in English history, political intrigue, or classic literature.1905. Sir Walter Scott was a master of diverse talents. He was a man of letters, a dedicated historian and historiographer, a well-read translator of foreign texts, and a talented poet. Deriving most of his material from his native Scotland, its history and its legends, Scott invented and mastered what we know today as the historical novel. Sir Geoffrey Peveril, an old Cavalier, and Major Bridgenorth, a fanatical Puritan, are neighboring landowners in Derbyshire, and though of widely different opinions and modes of life, have been connected by ties of reciprocal kindness in the days of the Civil War. Julian, the son of Sir Geoffrey, and Alice, the daughter of Bridgenorth, are deeply in love, but the bitter political feeling during the period of the 'Popish plot' brings the parents into acute conflict. The author draws elaborate portraits of Charles II and Buckingham, and gives glimpses of Titus Oates, Colonel Blood and Sir Geoffrey Hudson. See the many other works by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
