Oliphant

The Laird of Norlaw; A Scottish Story (eBook, ePUB)

Inheritance, Secrets, and Societal Norms: A Scottish Tale

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Laird of Norlaw; A Scottish Story," Mrs. Oliphant weaves a compelling narrative set against the backdrop of 19th-century Scotland, exploring themes of duty, love, and societal expectations. The prose is rich and evocative, combining a keen sense of place with penetrating psychological insight into the characters'Äô lives. Mrs. Oliphant'Äôs literary style merges romanticism with realism, offering a captivating portrayal of the Scottish landscape and its cultural intricacies while reflecting the broader context of Victorian literature, where moral and social dilemmas are carefully examined. Mrs. Margaret Oliphant, a prominent Scottish author of the Victorian era, was known for her ability to articulate the complexities of her time, often drawing upon her own experiences of loss and resilience. Her extensive writings, steeped in a delicate understanding of the human condition, reveal a woman who navigated the limitations placed upon her by society, particularly in her role as a widow. This background profoundly influenced her storytelling, allowing her to infuse depth and authenticity into her characters and narratives. Recommended for those with an interest in historical fiction and Scottish culture, "The Laird of Norlaw" provides a rich tapestry of emotion and moral inquiry. This novel is not only a journey through the rugged beauty of Scotland but also an invitation to reflect upon the timeless struggles of the human spirit.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 377
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. Mai 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066200404
• Artikelnr.: 58755362

Autorenporträt

Margaret Oliphant Wilson Oliphant was a Scottish author and historical writer who usually wrote under the name Mrs. Oliphant. She was born Margaret Oliphant Wilson on April 4, 1828, and died on June 20, 1897. She writes "domestic realism, the historical novel, and tales of the supernatural" as her short stories. Margaret Oliphant was born in Wallyford, near Musselburgh, East Lothian. She was the only daughter and youngest child still living of Margaret Oliphant (c. 1789 17 September 1854) and Francis W. Wilson, a clerk. We lived in Lasswade, Glasgow, and Liverpool when she was a child. In Wallyford, a street called Oliphant Gardens is named after her. As a girl, she was always trying new things with writing. Passages in the Life of Mrs. Margaret Maitland, her first book, came out in 1849. This was about the mostly successful Scottish Free Church movement, which was something her folks agreed with. Next came Caleb Field in 1851, the same year she met publisher William Blackwood in Edinburgh and was asked to write for Blackwood's Magazine. She did so for the rest of her life and wrote over 100 articles, including one that criticized Arthur Dimmesdale in Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter."