The Black Douglas

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Crockett, S. R. (Samuel Rutherford), 1860-1914

Contributor:

Richards, Frank, 1863-1935

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Black Douglas" by S.R. Crockett is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set in the year 1439 in Scotland, it chronicles the early life of William, the sixth Earl of Douglas, and his youthful adventures amid the backdrop of political intrigue, family loyalty, and the quest for love. The narrative prominently features the interactions between William and his companions, including his father's apprentice, Sholto, and a mysterious foreign lady who may prove pivotal in his destiny. The opening of the story introduces the idyllic Scottish setting where the characters inhabit, particularly focusing on the smithy of Malise Kim, the master armorer, as his sons, Sholto and Laurence, contemplate their futures. Tension arises as Sholto considers becoming a soldier of fortune, while their encounter with William Douglas, the Earl, showcases the youth's charisma and charm. Through budding friendships, light teasing, and playful banter, a lively dynamic emerges. The narrative sets the stage for a tale that weaves themes of ambition, budding romance, and the trials of young nobility, hinting at the complexities they will encounter as they strive for honor and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Suzanne Shell, Sankar Viswanathan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Black_Douglas_(novel)

Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2006-02-09