The Lord of the Isles (1871)

The Lord of the Isles is an epic poem written by Sir Walter Scott and published in 1871. The poem is set in Scotland during the 14th century and tells the story of the Scottish king, Robert Bruce, and his struggle for independence against the English. The poem is divided into six cantos and follows the adventures of the Lord of the Isles, a powerful Scottish nobleman who is torn between his loyalty to the Scottish crown and his desire for independence. Along the way, the Lord of the Isles encounters a cast of colorful characters, including knights, pirates, and sorcerers, and engages in battles and political intrigues. The poem is known for its vivid descriptions of the Scottish landscape and for its exploration of themes such as patriotism, loyalty, and the struggle for independence.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.