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The Clansman

On sale

13th September 2012

Price: £5.49

Selected:  ebook / ISBN-13: 9781444741094

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This is the second book in Nigel Tranter’s trilogy of novels about the MacGregor clan. In 1715, declared an outlaw by the Secretary of State, the Duke of Montrose and the Duke of Cumberland, Rob Roy MacGregor, steadfast supporter of the Stuart cause, leaves home and clansmen to avoid bringing diaster upon them.

In his absence, Montrose’s factor comes to his home, attacking his proud wife, Mary MacGregor, frightening his children and setting fire to Inversnaid House. For which Rob Roy vows a terrible revenge . . .

‘Through his imaginative dialogue, he provides a voice for Scotland’s heroes’ Scotland on Sunday

Reviews

<i>The Times</i>
One of Scotland's most prolific and respected writers
<i>Financial Times</i>
He treats history with respect
<i>She</i> magazine
An accomplished writer of compelling and unforgettable historical novels
<i>Daily Examiner</i>
An informative, entertaining read
<i>Daily Telegraph</i>
He has an amazingly broad grip of Scottish history
<i>Scotland on Sunday</i>
Through his imaginative dialogue, he provides a voice for Scotland's heroes
<i>Historical Novels Review</i>
Tranter's popularity lies in his knack of making historical events immediate and exciting