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Embark on a rollicking adventure with'The Adventures of Roderick Random'by Tobias Smollett. This classic tale whisks you away on a daring voyage through 18th-century Europe, where our charismatic protagonist Roderick navigates a world filled with colorful characters, unexpected encounters, and daring escapades.As Roderick's journey unfolds, you'll be swept into a world of high seas, duels, and chance meetings that shape his fate. From his humble beginnings to his trials and triumphs, the story paints a vivid picture of life's unpredictable twists and turns.Smollett's masterful storytelling captures the essence of the era, immersing you in a world of swashbuckling action, humor, and intrigue. Through Roderick's eyes, you'll witness both the beauty and brutality of the world, as he encounters love, betrayal, and the challenges of survival.'The Adventures of Roderick Random'is a captivating tale of ambition, friendship, and the quest for identity. With its vivid characters and rich narrative, this novel transports you to a time of exploration and self-discovery, reminding us that every twist in the journey can lead to unexpected destinations.ABOUT THE AUTHOR Tobias Smollett, a literary trailblazer of the 18th century, brought his vibrant imagination to life through his eloquent prose and sharp wit. Born in 1721, this Scottish novelist and satirist embarked on a journey that would leave an indelible mark on the literary landscape. With an insatiable curiosity and an eye for detail, Smollett penned tales that spanned genres and captured the essence of his era. From the uproarious escapades of'The Adventures of Roderick Random'to the biting social commentary of'The Expedition of Humphry Clinker,'his works resonated with readers across generations. His distinctive style intertwined humor, adventure, and astute observations, painting vivid portraits of both his characters and the society they inhabited. A skilled physician turned prolific writer, Smollett's narratives blended reality and fiction to create a rich tapestry of storytelling. As a satirist, he wielded his pen to illuminate the follies of his time, using humor as a powerful tool for commentary. Smollett's legacy endures, reminding us of the enduring power of storytelling to entertain, enlighten, and reflect the complexities of the human experience.

Jeanie Deans, a young woman from a family of highly devout Presbyterians, goes to London, partly by foot, hoping to achieve an audience with the Queen through the influence of the Duke of Argyll. She is determined to receive a royal pardon for her sister, who was unjustly imprisoned at the Old Tolbooth prison in Edinburgh, known as The Heart of Midlothian, and notorious for the cruelty and severity of its guards.

Tales of my Landlord is a series of novels by Sir Walter Scott that form a subset of the Waverley Novels. Of these novels, The Heart of Midlothian and The Bride of Lammermoor have been the most successful and Old Mortality is considered by modern critics to be among Scott's best work. They were so called, because they were supposed to be tales collected from the fictional landlord of the Wallace Inn at Gandercleugh. This is gone into in great depth in the introduction to The Black Dwarf. They were supposed to reflect aspects of Scottish regional life. Table of Contents: OLD MORTALITY BLACK DWARF THE HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN THE BRIDE OF LAMMERMOOR A LEGEND OF MONTROSE COUNT ROBERT OF PARIS CASTLE DANGEROUS Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832) was a Scottish historical novelist, playwright and poet. He was the first modern English-language author to have a truly international career in his lifetime, with many contemporary readers in Europe, Australia, and North America. His novels and poetry are still read, and many of his works remain classics of both English-language literature and of Scottish literature. Famous titles include Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, The Lady of the Lake, Waverley, The Heart of Midlothian and The Bride of Lammermoor.

Tobias George Smollett (1721-1771) war ein schottischer Arzt und Schriftsteller. Seine erste Veröffentlichung war ein Gedicht über die Schlacht von Culloden, doch erst sein pikaresker Roman Roderick Random, den er nach dem Vorbild des Gil Blas von Alain-René Lesage verfasst hatte, machte ihn 1748 berühmt. Autobiographische Elemente waren hier mit Komik und Fabulierkunst zu einem Schelmenroman ausgebaut worden. Aus dem Buch:'Ich wurde im nördlichen Teile unseres vereinigten Königreichs im Hause meines Großvaters geboren. Dieser Mann besaß ein ansehnliches Vermögen und großen Einfluß, hatte sich bei manchen Gelegenheiten um sein Land verdient gemacht und durch seine tiefe Gesetzeskunde Ruf erlangt. Als Richter machte er davon mit dem besten Erfolge Gebrauch, und zwar zumal gegen Bettler, gegen die er eine ganz besondere Abneigung hatte. Mein Vater, sein jüngster Sohn, verliebte sich in eine arme Verwandte, die bei dem alten Herrn als Haushälterin lebte; er heiratete sie heimlich, und ich war die erste Frucht dieser Ehe. Meine Mutter hatte während ihrer Schwangerschaft einen Traum, der sie höchlich beunruhigte. Sie quälte ihren Mann mit ungestümen Anliegen so lange, bis er endlich einen hochländischen Wahrsager über das nächtliche Gesicht konsultierte. Diesen suchte er im voraus durch ein Geschenk zu einer günstigen Auslegung zu stimmen; allein der Mann war unbestechlich.'

A new story in the smart, sexy Scottish historical romance Wild Wicked Highlanders series from New York Times bestselling author Suzanne Enoch!In Scot Under the Covers, a clever English lady and a resourceful Highlander join forces to trick a scoundrel, and every rule will be broken!Miranda Harris is known for her charm, beauty, and is known for her ability to solve even the most difficult with ease. But when her brother's gambling debt to a crafty villain can only be repaid by Miranda's hand in marriage, she will enlist the help of the devil himself to save the family honor―and herself.“It's time to fall in love with Suzanne Enoch.” ― Lisa KleypasAnd this particular devil is an untamed Scotsman with his own agenda. Handsome Highlander Aden MacTaggert knows next to nothing about Britain's aristocrats, but he knows his way around gamblers and women. Still, Aden is not sure how he'll manage to find a Sassenach bride in time to save his family's inheritance. But his almost sister-in-law's dilemma offers him a chance: She will help him navigate London society and he'll teach her everything about wagering…and winning back her freedom. Their partnership strikes sparks from the start. But will they be able to recognize the winning hand they hold together?

Historical novel, first published in 1822. Set in London and Greenwich, England, in 1616-1618. According to Wikipedia:'Sir Walter Scott, 1st Baronet (1771 – 1832) was a prolific Scottish historical novelist and poet popular throughout Europe during his time. In some ways Scott was the first English-language author to have a truly international career in his lifetime, with many contemporary readers all over Europe, Australia, and North America. His novels and poetry are still read, and many of his works remain classics of both English-language literature and of Scottish literature. Famous titles include Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, The Lady of The Lake, Waverley, The Heart of Midlothian and The Bride of Lammermoor.'

Historical novel, first published in 1818. Set in Edinburgh, Richmond, and London in 1736. According to Wikipedia:'Sir Walter Scott, 1st Baronet (1771 – 1832) was a prolific Scottish historical novelist and poet popular throughout Europe during his time. In some ways Scott was the first English-language author to have a truly international career in his lifetime, with many contemporary readers all over Europe, Australia, and North America. His novels and poetry are still read, and many of his works remain classics of both English-language literature and of Scottish literature. Famous titles include Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, The Lady of The Lake, Waverley, The Heart of Midlothian and The Bride of Lammermoor.'

This novel, regarded as one of Scott's finest, opens with the Edinburgh riots of 1736. The people have been infuriated by the actions of John Porteous, Captain of the Guard; when his life is saved by the distant monarch they ignore the Queen and resolve to take their own revenge. Closely connected with these events is the story of the novel's heroine, Jeanie Deans, a peasant girl of remarkable religious faith. Like the people of Edinburgh she refuses to accept a legal decision, in this case against her sister Effie, condemned under a harsh law of child-murder. The novel follows Jeanie's prodigious determination to save her sister's life. At the centre of both narratives is Edinburgh's forbidding prison, the Tolbooth, known by all as the Heart of Midlothian. (Amazon)

Greenhorn Scotch nobleman Lord Glenvarloch comes south to try and reclaim the money his father had loaned to the skinflint King James I when he was merely James VI of Scotland. He falls in with a motley crew of fellow emigres, all of whom make various plans for Nigel. (Goodreads)

The Adventures of Roderick Random is a picaresque novel written by Scottish author Roderick Random. The novel is based on part of Smollett's experiences in the British navy during the Battle of Cartagena de Indias in 1741. This edition includes a table of contents.

Don't miss this'well-plotted, beautifully written story'(Library Journal) about a sexy Scot and the woman who finally captures his heart in the New York Times bestselling Windham Brides series. As a captain in the army, Colin MacHugh led men, fixed what was broken, and fought hard. Now that he's a titled gentleman, he's still fighting -- this time to keep his bachelorhood safe from all the marriage-minded debutantes. Then he meets the intriguing Miss Anwen Windham, whose demure nature masks a bonfire waiting to roar to life. When she asks for his help to raise money for the local orphanage, he's happy to oblige. Anwen is amazed at how quickly Lord Colin takes in hand a pack of rambunctious orphan boys. Amazed at how he actually listens to her ideas. Amazed at the thrill she gets from the rumble of his Scottish burr and the heat of his touch. But not everyone enjoys the success of an upstart. And Colin has enemies who will stop at nothing to ruin him and anybody he holds dear.'Sexy heroes, strong heroines, intelligent plots, enchanting love stories...Grace Burrowes's romances have them all.'-- Mary Balogh, New York Times bestselling author'Grace Burrowes is a romance treasure.'--Tessa Dare, New York Times bestselling author

This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘The Heart of Midlothian'from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott'. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Scott includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily.eBook features: • The complete unabridged text of ‘The Heart of Midlothian'• Beautifully illustrated with images related to Scott's works • Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook • Excellent formatting of the text Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles

Noch bis zum Anfange des verwichenen Jahrhunderts war es Brauch, auf diesem Platze die Verbrecher vom Leben zum Tode zu bringen. Zum Zeichen, daß wieder solch verhängnisvoller Tag sich nahte, wurde am östlichen Ende des Platzes ein großer, schwarzer Galgen aufgeschlagen. Rings um diesen grausigen Apparat herum lief das Schafott, zu dem eine Doppelleiter emporführte, bestimmt für Delinquenten und Henker. Errichtet wurde der Galgen immer vor Tagesanbruch, und so konnte man recht wohl meinen, er sei im Laufe der Nacht aus der Erde herausgewachsen, als Werk irgend eines bösen Geistes. Kann ich mich doch aus meiner Kinderzeit noch recht gut des Grausens erinnern, mit welchem wir Jungen den schrecklichen Vorbereitungen zu solch schrecklichem Tode zuschauten. In der auf die Hinrichtung folgenden Nacht verschwand der Galgen ebenso spurlos wieder in einem düsteren Gewölbe im Erdgeschoß des Parlamentsgebäudes. Um 7. September des Jahres 1786 tauchte auf eben beschriebenem Platze das unheimliche Gerüst wieder auf, und von aller Frühe an drängten sich Menschengruppen an seinem Fuße, begierig auf das Schauspiel, das ihnen winkte. In der Regel vergißt das Volk in seiner Gutmütigkeit die Missetaten, die den Delinquenten zu solcher Richtstatt führen, und gedenkt nur noch seines Jammers und Elends. An jenem Tage aber sah man nur finstere, rachsüchtige Mienen; denn der Delinquent, der heute die steile Leiter hinaufsteigen sollte, um gehenkt zu werden, war eines Verbrechens überführt worden, das jegliche Milde und Schonung ausschloß...

In this'exquisite gem from a master'of Regency Romance, one duke's plan to find a bride makes for a most entertaining house party (Library Journal). Julian St. David, Duke of Haverford, is barely keeping his head above water in a sea of inherited debts. Though he has a long-term plan to restore the family finances, his sister has a much faster solution: host a house party for London's single young ladies and find Julian a wealthy bride. Elizabeth Windham has no interest in marriage, but a recent scandal has forced her hand. As much as she'd rather be reading Shakespeare than husband-hunting, she has to admit she's impressed by Julian's protective instincts, broad shoulders, and, of course, his vast library. As the two spend more time together, their attraction is overwhelming, unexpected... and absolutely impossible. With meddling siblings, the threat of financial ruin, and gossips lurking behind every potted palm, will they find true love or true disaster?'Smart, sexy, and oh-so-romantic.'-- Mary Balogh'Grace Burrowes is a romance treasure.'-- Tessa Dare

This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘The Fortunes of Nigel'from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott'. Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Scott includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily.eBook features: • The complete unabridged text of ‘The Fortunes of Nigel'• Beautifully illustrated with images related to Scott's works • Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook • Excellent formatting of the text Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles

He's the scourge of the Season...Reasons to quit London:1. It's not the Highlands.2. It will never be the Highlands.3. It's full of the bloody English.When his wild spitfire of a sister makes a scene by drawing a claymore in Hyde Park, Highlander Robert Waters knows something must be done. To forestall the inevitable scandal, he hires widowed Prudence Whittaker to teach his sister how to be a lady—never expecting to find unbridled passion beneath the clever Englishwoman's prim exterior.Mrs. Whittaker is a fraud. Born Lady Prudence Farthington, daughter of the ruined earl of Lynwood, she's never even been married. In order to make her way in the world, she has to rely on her wits and a web of lies...lies a sexy Highlander is all too close to unraveling.He swears he will possess her; she vows he will do nothing of the sort. Yet as passions heat, Prudence comes to realize the illicit pleasure that can be had in going toe-to-toe with a Scot.Broadswords and Ballrooms:How to Seduce a ScotHow to Wed a WarriorHow to Train Your HighlanderPraise for Christy English:'Grace Burrowes and Amanda Quick fans will enjoy the strong ladies in the latest fun read from the ascending English.'—Booklist'With its quick and engaging characters, here's a pleasurable evening's escape.'—RT Book Reviews

Having, in the tale of the Heart of Mid-Lothian, succeeded in some degree in awakening an interest in behalf of one devoid of those accomplishments which belong to a heroine almost by right, I was next tempted to choose a hero upon the same unpromising plan; and as worth of character, goodness of heart, and rectitude of principle, were necessary to one who laid no claim to high birth, romantic sensibility, or any of the usual accomplishments of those who strut through the pages of this sort of composition, I made free with the name of a person who has left the most magnificent proofs of his benevolence and charity that the capital of Scotland has to display...

The Heart of Midlothian is the seventh of Sir Walter Scott's Waverley Novels. It was originally published in four volumes on 25 July 1818, under the title of Tales of My Landlord, 2nd series, and the author was given as'Jedediah Cleishbotham, Schoolmaster and Parish-clerk of Gandercleugh'. Although the identity of the author of the Waverley Novels was well known by this time, Scott still chose to write under a pseudonym. The book was released only seven months after the highly successful Rob Roy. Scott was at the time recovering from illness, and wrote at an even more furious pace than usual. When the book was released, it more than matched the popularity of his last novel. The Heart of Midlothian is often regarded as Scott's finest novel. Much of the dialogue is in Lowland Scots, and some editions carry a glossary.

'The Adventures of Roderick Random'is a picaresque novel by Tobias Smollett, first published in 1748. It is partially based on Smollett's experience as a naval-surgeon's mate in the British Navy, especially during the Battle of Cartagena de Indias in 1741. Roderick is combative, often violent, but capable of great affection and generosity. His father had been disinherited and has left Scotland leaving his son penniless. After a brief apprenticeship to a surgeon, the innocent Roderick travels to London where he encounters various rogues. (Excerpt from Wikipedia/Goodreads)

From the New York Times bestselling author of the beloved Windham series comes'a wonderfully funny, moving romance,'(Eloisa James) perfect for fans of'sexy heroes, strong heroines, intelligent plots, [and] enchanting love stories'(Mary Balogh). THEY CALL HIM THE DUKE OF MURDER... The gossips whisper that the new Duke of Murdoch is a brute, a murderer, and even worse--a Scot. They say he should never be trusted alone with a woman. But Megan Windham sees in Hamish something different, someone different. No one was fiercer at war than Hamish MacHugh, though now the soldier faces a whole new battlefield: a London Season. To make his sisters happy, he'll take on any challenge--even letting their friend Miss Windham teach him to waltz. Megan isn't the least bit intimidated by his dark reputation, but Hamish senses that she's fighting battles of her own. For her, he'll become the warrior once more, and for her, he might just lose his heart.

A picaresque novel, partially based on Smollett's experience as a naval-surgeon's mate in the British Navy.Das E-Book The Adventures of Roderick Random wird angeboten von Booklassic und wurde mit folgenden Begriffen kategorisiert:

Irish photojournalist Grace Brennan travels the world's war zones documenting the helpless and forgotten. After the death of her friend and colleague, Grace is shaken. She returns to London hoping to rekindle the spark with the only man she ever loved—Scottish businessman Ian MacDonald. But he gave up his championship rowing career and dreams of Olympic gold years ago for Grace... only for her to choose career over him. Will life's tides bring them back together... or tear them apart for good this time?

This is the definitive scholarly edition of Tobias Smollett's first novel, widely regarded as one of his two masterpieces, the other being The Expedition of Humphry Clinker. Roderick Random was also, in its time, the chief rival to Henry Fielding's comic novel Tom Jones.Surging with verbal, sexual, and martial energy, The Adventures of Roderick Random opens a window on life, love, and war in the eighteenth century. The hero battles his way from poverty and neglect to make his mark as a doctor, writer, fighter, and lover. His adventures take us across the world, from England and France to the Caribbean, Africa, and Latin America. One of the first truly global novels, it casts light on nearly every aspect of its time—imperialism, gender relations, slavery, urban life, colonial warfare, commerce, politics, the professions, high society, and the Hogarthian underworld.Complete with illustrations and comprehensive annotations, this is the first edition to include Smollett's long-forgotten antiwar pamphlet, An Account of the Expedition against Carthagene in the West Indies, which was drawn from his own war experience and on which key sections of the novel are based. The editors also provide a detailed biographical and historical introduction, based on the most recent scholarship, mapping the novel's enormous impact in its own time and its influence on the history of litera­ture over the centuries since.

Once upon a time in Scotland, there were three men who built high-tension fences, the kind that keep animals in and humans out—or maybe the other way around. Magnus Mills gives us a wiry novel of tensile strength that proves him a writer of ferocious talent. Eerie, resonant, spare yet rich in tones both hilarious and ominous—as if a work by Irvine Welsh, or perhaps Macbeth, had been adapted by the Coen brothers—his story has a finale so ingenious, insidious, and satisfying, it remains locked in the mind long after the last wire has been strung into place.

'A heaving cauldron of black humour... You'll never look at a stretch of high-tensile agricultural fencing in quite the same way ever again'Time Out'Extremely unusual, finely crafted and funny'Observer'Tam and I took hold of Mr McCrindle and lowered him into the hole, feet first. We decided to leave his cap on.'Fencers Tam, Richie and their ever-exasperated English foreman are forced to move from rural Scotland to England for work.After a disastrous start involving a botched fence and an accidental murder, the three move to a damp caravan in Upper Bowland and soon find themselves in direct competition with the sinister Hall Brothers whose business enterprises seem to combine fencing, butchering and sausage-making...The Restraint of Beasts introduced readers to the now much-loved unique voice of Magnus Mills and his surreally comic world.

Louisa is a clever, self-reliant woman who has just been discharged from her duty as an officer in the British Army during World War II. In a London pub one afternoon she meets Gordon: a slight, peculiar psychiatrist with queer eyes and a strange charisma. Within an hour, Louisa has been sexually conquered by him on a garden bench. So begins an affair in which Gordon compulsively violates Louisa's body and psyche, while Louisa matches his onslaughts with an insolent submission. As their entanglement deepens, Louisa finds a heady emotional satisfaction beneath the humiliation that Gordon inflicts, and comes to a new understanding of her troubled history and the self that has emerged from it.Originally published under a pseudonym in 1966, Gordon was banned in England and Germany for its frank sexual content, and even today it remains provocative in its fearless probing of the boundaries of consent and submission.