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Charles Edward, Prince, grandson of James II, King of England, 1720-1788 -- Fiction Books
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Walter Scott
Redgauntlet: A Tale of the Eighteenth Century
"Redgauntlet: A Tale of the Eighteenth Century" by Walter Scott is a historical novel published in 1824. Set in 1765 Scotland, it follows young Darsie Latimer, who is mysteriously kidnapped by Hugh Redgauntlet and taken to Dumfriesshire. As Darsie's friend Alan Fairford searches desperately to rescue him, dark secrets about Darsie's family emerge. The kidnapping leads to a dangerous conspiracy involving Jacobite rebels plotting to restore the Stuart monarchy, with Bonnie Prince Charlie himself at the center.
G. A. (George Alfred) Henty
Bonnie Prince Charlie : a Tale of Fontenoy and Culloden
"Bonnie Prince Charlie: A Tale of Fontenoy and Culloden" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written during the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the early 18th century, focusing on the adventures surrounding the Jacobite movement in Scotland, particularly the return of Prince Charles Edward Stuart and the events leading to the battles of Fontenoy and Culloden. The opening chapters introduce Malcolm, a man with a turbulent past, who returns to his family and brings along a child, setting off a series of events that intertwine with the larger political strife of the time. The beginning of the novel establishes a sense of foreboding and familial tension as Malcolm arrives unceremoniously at his brother Andrew's home after years of wandering. He introduces the child he carries, hinting at a complex backstory without revealing too much. As supper is laid, the character dynamics are explored, particularly Malcolm's brashness compared to Andrew's more reserved demeanor. The narrative then pivots to Malcolm's tales of military endeavors and adventures during the Jacobite risings, where he describes the buildup to battles and his personal experiences. This engaging opening sets the stage for the intertwining of personal struggles and the broader historical conflict, hinting at war, loyalty, and the rugged spirit of the Scottish Highlands, all of which are essential to the upcoming narrative development.
John Buchan
Midwinter: Certain Travellers in Old England
"Midwinter: Certain Travellers in Old England" by John Buchan is a historical novel published in 1923. Set during the 1745 Jacobite rising, it follows Scottish Jacobite Alastair Maclean as he travels through England seeking support for Bonnie Prince Charlie's cause. When he encounters betrayal, mysterious allies, and a forbidden love, Maclean must navigate a treacherous landscape of loyalty and deception. The novel offers an imaginative account of Samuel Johnson's missing years during this turbulent period in English history.
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