Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 16 By: Various |
|---|
Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 16 is a delightful collection of short stories that offers readers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Scotland. Each story is beautifully written, with vivid descriptions that transport readers to the rugged landscapes and picturesque villages of the Scottish borders.
The characters in these tales are diverse and well-developed, from cunning smugglers to noble heroes. The authors do an excellent job of capturing the essence of Scottish folklore and tradition, making each story feel like a window into a bygone era.
One of the highlights of this volume is the variety of genres and themes explored, from adventure and romance to mystery and tragedy. The stories are engaging and immersive, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.
Overall, Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 16 is a captivating read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and lovers of Scottish literature. The tales are both entertaining and enlightening, offering a fresh perspective on the beauty and complexity of Scottish culture. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a well-crafted and engaging collection of stories. AND OF SCOTLAND. HISTORICAL, TRADITIONARY, & IMAGINATIVE. WITH A GLOSSARY. REVISED BY ALEXANDER LEIGHTON ONE OF THE ORIGINAL EDITORS AND CONTRIBUTORS. VOL. XVI. LONDON: WALTER SCOTT, 14 PATERNOSTER SQUARE AND NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE. 1885. CONTENTS. THE LEVELLER, (JOHN MACKAY WILSON) THE OLD CHRONICLER'S TALES, (ALEXANDER LEIGHTON) THE DEATH OF JAMES III. GLEANINGS OF THE COVENANT. (PROFESSOR THOMAS GILLESPIE ) V. THE RESCUE AT ENTERKIN VI. THE FATAL MISTAKE VII. BONNY MARY GIBSON VIII. THE ESKDALEMUIR STORY IX. THE DOUGLAS TRAGEDY THE COUNTESS OF CASSILIS, (ALEXANDER CAMPBELL) THE HAPPY CONCLUSION, (ANON.) MR SAMUEL RAMSAY THRIVEN: A TALE OF LOVE AND BANKRUPTCY, (ALEXANDER LEIGHTON) THE MAN OF WAR'S MAN, (JOHN HOWELL) THE ANGLER'S TALE, (OLIVER RICHARDSON) PERSEVERANCE; OR, THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF RODERIC GRAY, (JOHN MACKAY WILSON) THE IRISH REAPER, (JOHN MACKAY WILSON) GRACE CAMERON, (ALEXANDER CAMPBELL) THE MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE, (ANON.) WILSON'S TALES OF THE BORDERS, AND OF SCOTLAND... Continue reading book >>
|
| Book sections | ||
|---|---|---|
| eBook Downloads | |
|---|---|
|
ePUB eBook • iBooks for iPhone and iPad • Nook • Sony Reader |
Kindle eBook • Mobi file format for Kindle |
|
Read eBook • Load eBook in browser |
Text File eBook • Computers • Windows • Mac |
| Review this book |
|---|
