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The Three Perils Of Man V1-2

- Or War, Women, And Witchcraft (1822)

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The Three Perils of Man is a two-volume novel written by James Hogg and originally published in 1822. The novel explores the themes of war, women, and witchcraft, hence its title. The story is set in sixteenth-century Scotland and follows the lives of three main characters: Lord Ronald Ogilvie, his wife Lady Edith, and his friend and ally, Sir John Ramorny. The first volume of the novel focuses on the theme of war, as Lord Ronald leads his clan into battle against a rival clan. The second volume delves into the dangers of women, as Lady Edith becomes the object of desire for both Lord Ronald and Sir John Ramorny, leading to a dangerous love triangle. The final peril of witchcraft is introduced as the story progresses, with the appearance of a mysterious and powerful witch who seeks revenge against the Ogilvie clan. Throughout the novel, Hogg explores themes of power, loyalty, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions. The Three Perils of Man is considered one of Hogg's most significant works and a classic of Scottish literature.In Three Volumes.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781167253775
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 754
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x38 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 989 g.
  • BLACK WEEK
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 17. december 2024
Forlænget returret til d. 31. januar 2025

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The Three Perils of Man is a two-volume novel written by James Hogg and originally published in 1822. The novel explores the themes of war, women, and witchcraft, hence its title. The story is set in sixteenth-century Scotland and follows the lives of three main characters: Lord Ronald Ogilvie, his wife Lady Edith, and his friend and ally, Sir John Ramorny. The first volume of the novel focuses on the theme of war, as Lord Ronald leads his clan into battle against a rival clan. The second volume delves into the dangers of women, as Lady Edith becomes the object of desire for both Lord Ronald and Sir John Ramorny, leading to a dangerous love triangle. The final peril of witchcraft is introduced as the story progresses, with the appearance of a mysterious and powerful witch who seeks revenge against the Ogilvie clan. Throughout the novel, Hogg explores themes of power, loyalty, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions. The Three Perils of Man is considered one of Hogg's most significant works and a classic of Scottish literature.In Three Volumes.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.

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