Description
Based on true events,The Heart of a Mid-Lothiandepicts two stories. The first regards the Porteous Riots of 1736 in Edinburgh, Scotland. After the execution of two smugglers, a riot breaks out in Edinburgh. Unable to control the crowd and impatient, Captain John Porteous, the captain of the city guards, ordered his soldiers to fire into the crowd, murdering civilians. While this disbanded the original riot, the captain’s actions soon warrant serious consequences as the civilians demand justice. Next, the story of Jeanie Doss unfolds. Born into a lower class, Jeanie had a humble upbringing, and is a very devout Presbyterian. After a tragic incident leads to her sister being wrongly accused of murdering a baby, Jeanie is determined to help her sister in the most virtuous and just way she can imagine. Traveling mostly on foot, Jeanie decides to go to London, in hopes of meeting with the queen. Determined to obtain justice for her sister, Jeanie fights to receive a royal pardon on her sister’s behalf, clearing her name. First published in 1818, Sir Walter Scott wroteThe Heart of a Mid-Lothianto be an imaginative depiction of actual events. Tied together by common themes, these two stories form a moving and shocking narrative. With themes of class, government brutality, social injustice, and religion,The Heart of a Mid-Lothianexplores timeless topics that remain to be relevant and compelling. Praised for the masterful and intimate portrayal of Jeanie’s character,The Heart of a Mid-Lothianis descriptive, authentic, and captivating. This edition ofThe Heart of a Mid-Lothianby Sir Walter Scott now features a striking new cover design and is printed in a font that is both modern and readable. With these accommodations, this edition ofThe Heart of a Mid-Lothiancrafts an accessible and pleasant reading experience for modern audiences while restoring the original mastery and drama of Sir Walter Scott’s literature.
Sir Walter Scott(1771-1832) was a Scottish novelist, poet, playwright, and historian who also worked as a judge and legal administrator. Scott’s extensive knowledge of history and his exemplary literary technique earned him a role as a prominent author of the romantic movement and innovator of the historical fiction genre. After rising to fame as a poet, Scott started to venture into prose fiction as well, which solidified his place as a popular and widely-read literary figure, especially in the 19th century. Scott left behind a legacy of innovation, and is praised for his contributions to Scottish culture.
Mint Editions
Pub Date: May 14, 2021
1.18″ H x 8.0″ L x 5.0″ W
526 pages
paperback
