Annie Shepherd Swan, CBE (8 July 1859 - 17 June 1943) was a Scottish journalist and fiction writer. She wrote mainly in her maiden name, but also as David Lyall and later Mrs Burnett Smith. A writer of romantic fiction for women, she had over 200 novels, serials, stories and other fiction published between 1878 and her death in 1943. She has been called "one of the most commercially successful popular novelists of the later nineteenth and early twentieth centuries". Swan was politically active during the First World War, as a suffragist, a Liberal activist, and a founder-member and vice-president of the Scottish National Party.…mehr
Annie Shepherd Swan, CBE (8 July 1859 - 17 June 1943) was a Scottish journalist and fiction writer. She wrote mainly in her maiden name, but also as David Lyall and later Mrs Burnett Smith. A writer of romantic fiction for women, she had over 200 novels, serials, stories and other fiction published between 1878 and her death in 1943. She has been called "one of the most commercially successful popular novelists of the later nineteenth and early twentieth centuries". Swan was politically active during the First World War, as a suffragist, a Liberal activist, and a founder-member and vice-president of the Scottish National Party.
Annie S. Swan, a prolific Scottish author, penned "The Last of Their Race," a poignant masterpiece that delves into themes of heritage, resilience, and the passage of time. Swan, known for her compassionate storytelling and keen observation of human nature, crafts a compelling narrative that follows the dwindling clan of the Macdonalds, the last remnants of a once-proud lineage. Set against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, Swan's novel intricately weaves together elements of family saga, historical fiction, and social commentary. Through vivid prose and rich character development, Swan transports readers to a bygone era, inviting them to witness the struggles and triumphs of a proud people facing the inexorable march of modernity. With meticulous attention to detail and a deep reverence for her subject matter, Swan paints a portrait of a community grappling with its past, present, and uncertain future. "The Last of Their Race" stands as a testament to Swan's literary prowess and her ability to evoke emotion, provoke thought, and leave a lasting impact on readers long after they turn the final page.
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