Publisher's Synopsis
The Romance of the Highlands V2 is a historical fiction novel written by Peter M. Darling and originally published in 1810. The book is set in the Scottish Highlands during the late 18th century and follows the story of two young lovers, Catherine and James, as they navigate the complex social and political landscape of the time.The novel is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Catherine's journey from a sheltered upbringing in Edinburgh to her eventual arrival in the Highlands. Along the way, she meets James, a handsome and charismatic Highlander who quickly captures her heart. Despite their different backgrounds and the disapproval of Catherine's family, the two fall deeply in love and vow to be together.The second part of the novel follows James as he becomes embroiled in a rebellion against the British government, fighting for Scottish independence. Catherine, torn between her love for James and her loyalty to her family and country, must make difficult decisions as she tries to navigate the dangerous political landscape of the Highlands.Throughout the novel, Darling vividly portrays the rugged beauty of the Scottish countryside and the rich culture and traditions of the Highland people. The Romance of the Highlands V2 is a sweeping and dramatic tale of love, loyalty, and adventure set against the backdrop of one of the most fascinating periods in Scottish history.In Two Volumes.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.
