Dorothy Kathleen Broster è stata una celebrata romanziera storica le cui opere hanno riportato in vita il passato. La sua scrittura è caratterizzata da una ricerca meticolosa e da un acuto senso del dettaglio, immergendo i lettori in ambientazioni storiche meticolosamente ricreate. Nutriva un fascino particolare per la storia scozzese e l'epoca giacobita, creando narrazioni avvincenti piene di eroi audaci e trame intricate che esploravano complesse esperienze umane. L'abilità di Broster risiedeva nella sua capacità di intrecciare l'accuratezza storica con una narrazione potente, rendendo i suoi romanzi sia educativi che profondamente coinvolgenti.
This trilogy comprises The Flight of the Heron , The Gleam in the North and The Dark Mile . Part love story, part adventure story, the trilogy is also a picture of a close-knit community embroiled in a civil war.The Flight of the Heron was first published by William Heinemann in 1925.The Gleam in the North was first published by William Heinemann in 1927.The Dark Mile was first published by William Heinemann in 1929.
This book is a reproduction of a historical work, published by Megali, which focuses on making literature accessible for individuals with impaired vision through large print. The initiative highlights the importance of inclusivity in reading, ensuring that historical texts can be enjoyed by a broader audience.
Set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic War, a French soldier named Raoul de Sablieres, known as "Mr. Rowl," finds himself captivated by an English woman while imprisoned. His daring escape leads him to make a bold choice, prioritizing love over returning to France. This romance novel weaves wit and suspense into a compelling narrative, ensuring an engaging experience for readers as they follow Rowl's journey of passion and risk.