| Author |
Grant, James, 1822-1887 |
| Title |
Legends of the Black Watch; or, Forty-second Highlanders
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| Alternate Title |
Legends of the Black Watch; or, 42nd Highlanders
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The story of Farquhar Shaw -- The seven grenadiers -- The lost regiment: a love story -- Massacre at Fort William Henry -- The Wife of the Red Comyn: my grandfather's story -- Story of the Grey Mousquetaire: a fragment of the Seven Years' War -- The lettre de cachet -- The adventures of Captain Grant -- The story of Dick Duff -- The Forest of Gaich; or the Captain Dhu.
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| Credits |
Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Legends of the Black Watch; or, Forty-second Highlanders" by James Grant is a historical fiction work written in the mid-19th century. The narrative unfolds the tales and legends surrounding the Scottish Highland regiment known as the Black Watch, focusing on themes of bravery, heritage, and the supernatural intertwined with military history. At the heart of the opening portion is the story of Farquhar Shaw, a soldier celebrated for his valor and a figure emblematic of the Highland spirit. The beginning of the book introduces Farquhar Shaw, who is depicted as a courageous member of the Black Watch in the early 18th century. Recovering from a wound, he learns about plans by his enemies, the Caterans, to kill him. Instead of hiding, he resolves to join his regiment at the Birks of Aberfeldy, showcasing his indomitable spirit. As he journeys through the wild and treacherous Highland landscape, the story immerses readers in a world steeped in superstition and folklore, including anxious thoughts of legendary figures and spectral beings that haunt his path. The mood is set for a dramatic interplay between the harsh realities of war and the lingering shadows of ancient Celtic traditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Great Britain. Army. Regiment of Foot, 42nd -- History -- Anecdotes
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65294 |
| Release Date |
May 9, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 20, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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