Publisher's Synopsis
The Last of the Lairds is a novel written by John Galt and published in 1827. The story revolves around the life and opinions of Malachi Mailings, the last laird of Auldbiggings. The book is set in Scotland during the 18th century and explores the themes of power, class, and tradition.Malachi Mailings is a proud and stubborn man who is determined to hold onto his family's land and title despite mounting debts and a changing society. He is a traditionalist who values the old ways and is resistant to change. The novel follows his struggles to maintain his position in the face of financial ruin and social upheaval.Throughout the book, Galt paints a vivid picture of life in rural Scotland during the 18th century. He explores the complex relationships between lairds and their tenants, and the tensions that arise when traditional power structures are challenged. The Last of the Lairds is a richly detailed and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone 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.
