| Author |
Watson, Frederick, 1885-1935 |
| Illustrator |
Stewart, Allan, 1865-1951 |
| LoC No. |
18015721
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| Title |
Muckle John
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Adam and Charles Black,1914.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Muckle John" by Frederick Watson is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745, the story revolves around young Rob Fraser, a schoolboy who is enamored with the Jacobite cause and becomes embroiled in the tumultuous events of the time. As characters like Prince Charles Edward Stuart and the enigmatic Muckle John come into play, the narrative promises to explore themes of loyalty, adventure, and the struggle between two rival factions. The opening of "Muckle John" introduces readers to a vivid historical landscape filled with characters deeply affected by the unfolding Jacobite rebellion. We meet Rob Fraser, portrayed as a daydreaming youth, more attuned to nature than his studies, who becomes increasingly consumed by the impending conflict as he witnesses the moment when horsemen announce the arrival of Prince Charlie’s army in Inverness. As Rob grapples with his place in this tumultuous world, he has significant interactions with Muckle John, a mysterious figure who seems poised to impact Rob's life significantly. Through lively descriptions and robust characterizations, Watson effectively captures the essence of a young man's desire for adventure and the deep social divides of his time. (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 |
Jacobite Rebellion, 1745-1746 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69196 |
| Release Date |
Oct 21, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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