Heather and Peat (Classic Reprint)

By Alan Duff Stewart

Book Overview

Heather and Peat is a novel written by Alan Duff Stewart and first published in 1911. The story is set in the Scottish Highlands and follows the lives of two young people, Heather and Peat, who come from different backgrounds but are brought together by fate.Heather is the daughter of a wealthy landowner, while Peat is the son of a tenant farmer. Despite their different social statuses, they develop a deep friendship and eventually fall in love. However, their relationship is threatened by the prejudices of their families and the wider community.As they navigate the challenges of their relationship, Heather and Peat also confront larger issues facing their community, such as the decline of traditional ways of life and the encroachment of modernity. The novel explores themes of class, identity, love, and the struggle to preserve cultural traditions in the face of change.Heather and Peat is a timeless story that offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Scotland, while also exploring universal themes that are still relevant today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish literature, romance, and social commentary.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165486954
• ISBN13: 9781165486953
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"