The Master Of Blantyre (1896)

By Catherine Marsh and Former Professor of Quantitative Methods Faculty of Social and Economic Studies Catherine Marsh

Book Overview

The Master of Blantyre is a novel written by Catherine Marsh and first published in 1896. The story is set in Scotland and follows the life of a young man named Ronald Blantyre, who inherits a large estate and becomes the master of Blantyre. Ronald is a kind and generous man who is loved by all who know him, but he also struggles with the responsibility that comes with his new position.As the story progresses, Ronald must navigate the complex social and political landscape of his time, dealing with issues such as land ownership, poverty, and the changing role of the aristocracy. Along the way, he falls in love with a woman named Jean, but their relationship is threatened by the prejudices of their respective social classes.Throughout the novel, Marsh explores themes of love, duty, and sacrifice, as well as the challenges faced by those who hold positions of power and privilege. The Master of Blantyre is a compelling and thought-provoking read that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th century Scotland.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120902592
• ISBN13: 9781120902597
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"