The Stormy Petrel: An Historical Romance (1892)

The Stormy Petrel is a historical romance novel written by John Bowles and originally published in 1892. The story is set in the late 18th century and follows the adventures of a young Englishman named George, who is sent to the Scottish Highlands to help his uncle manage his estate. While there, he becomes embroiled in a political intrigue involving the Jacobite rebellion and falls in love with a beautiful Scottish woman named Flora.As George becomes more involved in the rebellion, he must navigate dangerous political waters and make difficult choices that will ultimately determine his fate. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including smugglers, spies, and Scottish warriors, all of whom play a role in his journey.The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of the Scottish landscape and culture, as well as its portrayal of the Jacobite rebellion, which was a significant event in Scottish history. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal, making it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction and romance. Overall, The Stormy Petrel is a well-crafted and engaging novel that transports readers to a bygone era and immerses them in a thrilling tale of adventure and romance.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.