Derwentwater V2: A Tale Of 1715 is a historical novel written by Edward Duros and published in 1830. It is the second volume of a two-part series that tells the story of the Jacobite uprising of 1715, which aimed to restore the exiled Stuart dynasty to the throne of England. The novel is set in the Lake District of northern England, specifically around the area of Derwentwater, and follows the fortunes of several characters who become caught up in the rebellion.The main protagonist is a young man named Francis, who is torn between his loyalty to the Crown and his sympathy for the Jacobite cause. He is in love with a woman named Alice, who is the ward of a wealthy landowner named Sir John Lowther. Sir John is a staunch supporter of the Hanoverian dynasty and is determined to crush the rebellion. Francis and Alice find themselves on opposite sides of the conflict, and their love is put to the test as they struggle to reconcile their conflicting loyalties.The novel is rich in historical detail and provides a vivid portrayal of life in the Lake District in the early 18th century. It also offers a fascinating insight into the political and social tensions of the time, as well as the complex motivations of those who took part in the rebellion. Overall, Derwentwater V2: A Tale Of 1715 is a gripping historical novel that offers a compelling glimpse into a pivotal moment in British history.In Two Volumes. This Book Is In English.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.
