Weir of Hermiston an Unfinished Romance

Weir of Hermiston is a novel by Robert Louis Stevenson that was left unfinished due to his sudden death. The story is set in mid-19th century Scotland and follows the life of Archie Weir, a young man who is the son of the Lord Justice Clerk of Scotland. Archie is a rebellious and impulsive character who often clashes with his father, who is known for his harsh and unforgiving judgments. Despite their differences, Archie is deeply attached to his father and seeks his approval.The novel also introduces Christina Elliott, a young woman who becomes the object of Archie's affection. Christina is a strong-willed and independent character who is admired by Archie for her intelligence and wit. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Christina is engaged to another man.As the story progresses, Archie becomes involved in a murder trial that his father is presiding over. The trial puts a strain on their relationship, and Archie begins to question his father's judgment. Meanwhile, his feelings for Christina continue to grow, and he becomes increasingly conflicted about his loyalty to his family and his desire for independence.Weir of Hermiston is a complex and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of family, class, justice, and love. Although it remains unfinished, it is considered one of Stevenson's most mature and ambitious works, and it offers a fascinating glimpse into his creative process.1896. Stevenson is best remembered for Treasure Island, Kidnapped, and The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Weir of Hermiston is Stevenson�������s last novel. The story portrays the rivalry between Lord Hermiston, a sardonic and formidable Edinburgh hanging judge, and his son Archie, who is banished to their country estate. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.