The Men Of The Mountain (1908)

""The Men of the Mountain"" is a historical novel written by Samuel Rutherford Crockett in 1908. The story is set in the 17th century and follows the life of a young Scottish boy named Alan Stewart, who is forced to flee his home in the Lowlands after his father is killed by English soldiers. Alan seeks refuge in the Scottish Highlands, where he is taken in by a group of rebels known as the Men of the Mountain. The Men of the Mountain are a group of Highlanders who are fiercely loyal to their clan and their way of life. They are constantly at odds with the English, who seek to subjugate and control the Scottish people. Alan quickly becomes a part of the group, learning their customs and traditions, and fighting alongside them against the English.Throughout the book, Alan faces many challenges and dangers, including battles with the English, treacherous terrain, and personal conflicts within the Men of the Mountain. He also falls in love with a young Highland woman named Mairi, who shares his passion for freedom and independence.""The Men of the Mountain"" is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of loyalty, courage, and the struggle for independence. It provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in the Scottish Highlands during a turbulent period in history, and offers a compelling look at the resilience and determination of the Scottish people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.