Excerpt from The Lyon in Mourning, 1895
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating glimpse into the desperate days following the Battle of Culloden in 1746, as Prince Charles Edward Stuart, "the Young Pretender," sought to evade capture by government forces. Through a collection of firsthand accounts, letters, and poems, the author meticulously documents the Prince's perilous journey through the Scottish Highlands and Islands, relying on the memories of those who aided him in his escape. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a Scotland deeply divided by loyalty and torn by the aftermath of a failed rebellion. We witness the anxieties and fears of those who risked their lives to protect the Prince, and the unwavering determination of the Young Pretender himself. The book delves into themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the enduring power of hope in the face of adversity. It sheds light on the intricate web of Jacobite support and the lengths to which ordinary people went to defy the Hanoverian government. Ultimately, this collection serves as a powerful testament to the human spirit and the enduring legacy of the Jacobite cause in Scottish history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331332046_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331332046
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331332046
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)