Peveril of the Peak

Set against the backdrop of the English Civil War, this classic novel by Sir Walter Scott tells the tale of Julian Peveril, a young man caught up in political intrigue, romance, and adventure. First published in the early 19th century, the book remains a beloved work of historical fiction. This edition includes an introduction by Andrew Lang, providing historical context and critical analysis.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.