The Omen (1825)

The Omen is a novel written by John Galt and first published in 1825. The story is set in Scotland and follows the life of a young man named George Colwan. George is the son of a wealthy landowner who has recently died, leaving him with a large inheritance. However, George is haunted by a mysterious omen that he believes foretells his own death.As the story progresses, George becomes increasingly obsessed with the omen and begins to see signs of it everywhere he goes. He becomes convinced that he is destined to die and begins to withdraw from society. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he meets a beautiful young woman named Mary who helps him to overcome his fears and regain his confidence.The Omen is a gripping tale of love, fear, and redemption set against the backdrop of 19th century Scotland. Galt's vivid descriptions of the landscape and the characters' inner struggles make this a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction or psychological drama.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.