The Lonely Stronghold (1918) - Reynolds, Baillie
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The Lonely Stronghold, written by Mrs. Baillie Reynolds in 1918, is a historical fiction novel set in Scotland during the 16th century. The story follows the life of a young woman named Jean Gordon, who inherits a castle called the Lonely Stronghold from her father. Jean is determined to keep the castle and its surrounding lands, despite the challenges she faces from neighboring clans who wish to claim her inheritance.As Jean navigates the political and social complexities of her time, she also grapples with personal struggles, including her love for a man from a rival clan and her own desire…mehr

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The Lonely Stronghold, written by Mrs. Baillie Reynolds in 1918, is a historical fiction novel set in Scotland during the 16th century. The story follows the life of a young woman named Jean Gordon, who inherits a castle called the Lonely Stronghold from her father. Jean is determined to keep the castle and its surrounding lands, despite the challenges she faces from neighboring clans who wish to claim her inheritance.As Jean navigates the political and social complexities of her time, she also grapples with personal struggles, including her love for a man from a rival clan and her own desire for independence in a society that limits women's opportunities. The novel explores themes of loyalty, love, and the importance of standing up for oneself in the face of adversity.Reynolds' writing style is descriptive and immersive, transporting readers to the rugged Scottish countryside and bringing to life the characters and their struggles. The Lonely Stronghold is a captivating read for fans of historical fiction and those interested in Scottish history and culture.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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Gertrude Minnie Robins was an English author who wrote over fifty books, several of which she published under her married name, Mrs. Baillie Reynolds. Gertrude Minnie Robins, Julian's daughter, was born in Teddington. Her father was a barrister. She attended South Hampstead High School. Gertrude Minnie Robins married a stockbroker named Louis Baillie Reynolds in 1890. They had three sons: Eustace (1893-1948), Paul Kenneth (1896-1973), and Donald Hugh (1900-1991). In 1939, she died in St Albans. Robins was active in the women's suffrage movement and served as president of the Society of Women Journalists in 1913. Four of her books were turned into silent films: The Man Who Won (1918), Notorious Miss Lisle (1920), The Daughter Pays (1920), and Confessions (1925).