Sprigs Of Heather (1893)
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Overview
Sprigs of Heather is a novel written by Duncan MacNicol and originally published in 1893. The story is set in Scotland and follows the lives of two young people, Angus and Mary, who come from different social backgrounds. Angus is a poor crofter who lives with his family in a small cottage on the moors, while Mary is the daughter of a wealthy landowner. Despite their different upbringings, Angus and Mary fall in love and begin a secret relationship.The novel explores themes of class, social expectations, and the struggle for independence in a rapidly changing world. As Angus and Mary navigate their relationship, they must also contend with the disapproval of their families and the pressures of their respective social circles. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a wise old grandmother, a conniving servant, and a group of rebellious crofters.Sprigs of Heather is a beautifully written and engaging novel that offers a vivid portrait of life in rural Scotland in the late 19th century. With its richly drawn characters and evocative descriptions of the landscape, it is a timeless story of love, loyalty, and the enduring power of the human spirit.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781164871323
- ISBN-10: 1164871323
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.42 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.59 pounds
- Page Count: 196
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