The Stormy Petrel

The Stormy Petrel is a historical romance novel written by John Bowles and originally published in 1892. Set in the late 18th century, the book follows the story of a young Scottish nobleman named Ronald Macdonald, who finds himself caught up in the political and social upheaval of the time.As the son of a wealthy landowner, Ronald is expected to follow in his father's footsteps and become a member of the Scottish aristocracy. However, he is drawn to the radical ideas of the time, particularly the ideals of the French Revolution, and becomes involved in a group of rebels who are plotting to overthrow the government.As he becomes more deeply involved in the rebellion, Ronald finds himself torn between his loyalty to his family and his commitment to the cause. He also falls in love with a young woman named Flora, who is equally passionate about the struggle for freedom.The Stormy Petrel is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue, set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in Scottish history. With its vivid descriptions of life in 18th century Scotland and its compelling characters, this classic novel is sure to captivate readers of all ages.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.