Marchmont and the Humes of Polwarth is a historical novel written by Julian Margaret Maitland Warrender in 1894. The story is set in the 16th century and revolves around the Marchmont family and their relationship with the Humes of Polwarth. The Marchmonts are a wealthy and influential family who live in Scotland, while the Humes are a powerful clan who reside in the Borders region.The novel follows the life of the Marchmont family, particularly the head of the family, Sir Patrick Marchmont. Sir Patrick is a proud and stubborn man who is determined to maintain his family's status and wealth. He is also deeply involved in the political affairs of the country and is a staunch supporter of Mary, Queen of Scots.The Humes of Polwarth, on the other hand, are equally powerful and influential. They are known for their bravery and military prowess, and have a long-standing feud with the Marchmonts. The novel explores the complex relationship between these two families, as they navigate their way through the turbulent political landscape of 16th century Scotland.The story is filled with intrigue, betrayal, and political machinations, as the Marchmonts and Humes engage in a bitter struggle for power and influence. The novel also provides a fascinating insight into the customs and traditions of the time, as well as the social and political hierarchy of Scotland in the 16th century.Overall, Marchmont and the Humes of Polwarth is a gripping and engaging historical novel that will appeal to anyone interested in Scottish history, politics, and culture.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.
