Rob Roy by Walter Scott
The novel is set in the 18th century and follows the journey of a young Englishman, Frank Osbaldistone, who travels to Scotland to retrieve a stolen fortune from the outlaw, Rob Roy. Throughout his journey, Frank becomes entangled in the Jacobite rebellion, falls in love with a Scottish woman, and learns of the complexities of Scottish politics and culture. The story is a mix of historical fact and fiction, with Rob Roy serving as a symbol of the Scottish struggle for justice and independence.
The 1311th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1817
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- 183,500
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 471st on The Complete 500: OCLC (OCLC)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- 100 Best Novels in the World (Published in 1899) (The Daily Telegraph)