The Master Of Ballantrae And Prince Otto (1906)

The Master of Ballantrae and Prince Otto is a book written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published in 1906. The book is a collection of two novellas, The Master of Ballantrae and Prince Otto. The Master of Ballantrae is a story set in Scotland during the mid-18th century. It follows the lives of two brothers, James and Henry Durie, who are both in love with the same woman, Alison Graeme. The brothers are also on opposite sides of the Jacobite rebellion, with James supporting the Stuart cause and Henry loyal to the British crown. The story explores the themes of loyalty, betrayal, and family ties, as the brothers' relationship becomes increasingly complicated and dangerous.Prince Otto, on the other hand, is a satirical story set in the fictional kingdom of Grunewald. The story follows the adventures of Prince Otto, a young and inexperienced ruler who is manipulated by his cunning advisor, the Baron. The story is a critique of the political and social systems of 19th-century Europe, and it explores themes of power, corruption, and the struggle for freedom.Overall, The Master of Ballantrae and Prince Otto is a classic work of literature that combines adventure, romance, and satire to explore complex themes and ideas. It is a must-read for fans of Robert Louis Stevenson's work and for anyone interested in 18th and 19th-century European history and politics.The Works Of Robert Louis Stevenson Volume Four.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.