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The Life and Work of Samuel Rutherford Crockett
In 'The life and work of S.R.Crockett', Dr Islay Donaldson rescues Crockett from the inaccurate appellation 'Kailyarder.' She examines his Galloway roots, his time in Edinburgh as student and journalist, his continental travelling, his Free Church ministry and his decision to become a full time writer. As well as the biographical detail, Dr Donaldson delves into Crockett's thematic concerns. She considers the varied styles he adopted in his fiction, paying attention to his vividness and vigour and the humour which tempered his romance, exploring his character in life and in his writing, to reveal his strengths, and weaknesses. This new edition includes a chapter previously left out of the fi...
Tales of Our Coast
Samuel Rutherford Crockett (24 September 1859 - 16 April 1914), who published under the name "S. R. Crockett", was a Scottish novelist.He was born at Duchrae, Balmaghie, Kirkcudbrightshire, on 24 September 1859, the illegitimate son of dairymaid Annie Crocket. He was raised on his grandfather's Galloway farm, won a bursary to Edinburgh University in 1876, and graduated from there during 1879.After some years of travel, he became in 1886 minister of Penicuik. During that year he produced his first publication, Dulce Cor (Latin: Sweet Heart), a collection of verse under the pseudonym Ford Brereton. He eventually abandoned the Free Church ministry for full-time novel-writing in 1895.
The Stickit Minister ́s Wooing and Other Galloway Stories
Reproduction of the original: The Stickit Minister ́s Wooing and Other Galloway Stories by Samuel Rutherford Crockett
The White Plumes of Navarre A Romance of the Wars of Religion
A noise of guns crashed, spat, and roared beneath the window which gave on to the narrow street. Professor Anatole rose hastily and went to the casement, worried a moment with the bar-fastening (for the window on that side was never unhasped), opened it, and looked forth. Little darting, shifting groups of lads in their dingy student cloaks, were defending themselves as best they might against a detachment of the King's Royal Swiss, who, on the march from one part of the city to another, had been surprised at the head of the narrow Street of the University. An old man had somehow been knocked down. His companion, a slim youth in a long, black cape, knelt and tried to hold up the failing head...
Deep Moat Grange
"Deep Moat Grange" by S. R. Crockett is a captivating blend of historical fiction and Scottish literature, transporting readers to the enchanting landscapes of 19th century Scotland. Set amidst the rugged beauty of the Scottish countryside, the novel unfolds within the walls of the mysterious Deep Moat Grange, a Gothic manor house teeming with family secrets and intrigue. Crockett masterfully weaves a tale of adventure and romance, as the protagonists unravel the mysteries lurking within the ancient halls of the grange. Against the backdrop of rural life, readers are drawn into a world of aristocracy and privilege, where the allure of the past collides with the promise of the future. As the ...
The Red Axe
"The Red Axe" by S. R. Crockett is a gripping historical fiction novel that immerses readers in the rugged landscapes of Scotland's past. Set against the backdrop of the Scottish countryside, the novel follows the tumultuous events surrounding the mysterious figure known as the Red Axe. Crockett masterfully weaves a tale of intrigue, betrayal, and redemption as the Red Axe navigates the treacherous waters of power and ambition. With vivid prose and rich historical detail, Crockett transports readers to a world of feudal lords, noble knights, and fierce battles. At its heart, "The Red Axe" is a story of revenge and justice, as the Red Axe seeks to right the wrongs of the past and reclaim what is rightfully theirs. As the plot unfolds, readers are drawn deeper into a web of secrets and lies, where nothing is as it seems. Through the Red Axe's journey, Crockett explores themes of honor, loyalty, and the enduring spirit of the Scottish people. With its compelling narrative and unforgettable characters, "The Red Axe" is a timeless tale that will captivate readers from beginning to end.
The Black Douglas
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The Grey Man (Esprios Classics)
Samuel Rutherford Crockett (24 September 1859 - 16 April 1914), who published under the name "S. R. Crockett", was a Scottish novelist. He was raised by his Cameronian grandparents on the tenanted farm until 1867 when the family moved to Cotton Street, Castle Douglas (later fictionalised as Cairn Edward). He won the Galloway bursary to Edinburgh University in 1876, where he studied for an MA. He began his journalistic career to supplement his bursary, writing for magazines from 1877. He left University in April 1879 without formally graduating. He travelled throughout Europe as a tutor between the years 1879 and 1881 returning to study for the ministry at Edinburgh's New College. He became minister of The Free Kirk Penicuik in November 1886. He married Ruth Mary Milner (daughter of George Milner) on March 10, 1887.
The Stickit Minister's Wooing, and Other Galloway Stories (Esprios Classics)
Samuel Rutherford Crockett (24 September 1859 - 16 April 1914), who published under the name "S. R. Crockett", was a Scottish novelist. He was raised by his Cameronian grandparents on the tenanted farm until 1867 when the family moved to Cotton Street, Castle Douglas (later fictionalised as Cairn Edward). He won the Galloway bursary to Edinburgh University in 1876, where he studied for an MA. He began his journalistic career to supplement his bursary, writing for magazines from 1877. He left University in April 1879 without formally graduating. He travelled throughout Europe as a tutor between the years 1879 and 1881 returning to study for the ministry at Edinburgh's New College. He became minister of The Free Kirk Penicuik in November 1886. He married Ruth Mary Milner (daughter of George Milner) on March 10, 1887.
Patsy (Esprios Classics)
Samuel Rutherford Crockett (24 September 1859 - 16 April 1914), who published under the name "S. R. Crockett", was a Scottish novelist. He was raised by his Cameronian grandparents on the tenanted farm until 1867 when the family moved to Cotton Street, Castle Douglas (later fictionalised as Cairn Edward). He won the Galloway bursary to Edinburgh University in 1876, where he studied for an MA. He began his journalistic career to supplement his bursary, writing for magazines from 1877. He left University in April 1879 without formally graduating. He travelled throughout Europe as a tutor between the years 1879 and 1881 returning to study for the ministry at Edinburgh's New College. He became minister of The Free Kirk Penicuik in November 1886. He married Ruth Mary Milner (daughter of George Milner) on March 10, 1887.
