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  • The Provost

    The Memoirs of a Scottish Burgh Magistrate

    de John Galt ...
    Provost Pawkie of Gudetown tells, in his own words and with complete self-satisfaction, how he rose to be chief magistrate and what he did with the office — every stroke of it corrupt and every word of it plausible. Galt failed at business on three continents, founded the Canadian town of Guelph, was recalled in disgrace and did time for debt; he invented the political novel in Scots, and Pawkie ... Leer más

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  • Ringan Gilhaize

    or, The Covenanters

    de John Galt ...
    Three generations of a covenanting family from the Reformation to the killing time, told by the grandson who believes he fired the shot that killed Claverhouse at Killiecrankie. Galt wrote it in the voice of the man himself and it is the strongest thing he did. ... Leer más

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  • The Entail

    or, The Lairds of Grippy

    de John Galt ...
    A Glasgow merchant entails his estate on the wrong son out of pure obstinacy and destroys three generations doing it. Byron is said to have read it three times, and the Leddy Grippy, the laird's garrulous widow, is one of the great comic figures of Scottish fiction. ... Leer más

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  • The Annals of the Parish

    or, the Chronicle of Dalmailing During the Ministry of the Rev. Micah Balwhidder

    de John Galt ...
    Fifty years in a Scottish parish told year by year by its minister, who notices the coming of the cotton mill, the road and the newspapers without ever quite understanding what they mean. Galt invented the form and Scottish fiction has been borrowing it ever since. ... Leer más

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  • Delphi Collected Works of John Galt (Illustrated)

    de John Galt ...
    Series Libro 25 - Delphi Series Nine
    The Scottish author John Galt achieved instant fame with his 1821 novel ‘Annals of the Parish’, winning him the distinction of being the first novelist to deal with issues of the Industrial Revolution. A close friend of Lord Byron, Galt wrote novels that are memorable for their endearing depiction of Scottish rural life, tinged with ironic humour and reminiscent of his contemporary Sir Walter ... Leer más

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  • The Provost

    de John Galt ...
    The Provost is an ironic look at the career of a small town merchant and politician. Set in Irvine, Scotland, it follows the life of James Pawkie, the Provost of the title. Starting as a humble apprentice, he progresses to owning his own shop and eventually acquiring a large portion of Irvine. Simultaneously, he begins involvement in local politics with a seat on the town council. Eventually, he ... Leer más

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  • The Life of Lord Byron

    de John Galt ...
    "The Life of Lord Byron" by John Galt is a compelling biography that delves into the life and character of the enigmatic poet Lord Byron. Galt, a contemporary of Byron, provides an intimate portrayal of the poet's tumultuous life, exploring his relationships, passions, and the societal influences that shaped his work. The narrative captures Byron's brilliance and contradictions, revealing the man ... Leer más

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  • Ringan Gilhaize, or, The Covenanters

    de John Galt ...
    "Ringan Gilhaize, or, The Covenanters" is set during the 17th century in Scotland, a tumultuous period known for religious and political strife. The novel follows the story of Ringan Gilhaize, a devout Scottish Presbyterian who becomes involved in the Covenanters' struggle against religious persecution and government oppression.As the plot unfolds, readers are immersed in the religious and ... Leer más

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  • The Life, Studies, and Works of Benjamin West

    de John Galt ...
    The Life, Studies, and Works of Benjamin West is a fascinating and richly detailed biography of one of the most influential painters of the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. Through careful research and engaging narrative, John Galt traces the remarkable journey of Benjamin West from his early years in colonial America to his rise as an internationally celebrated artist and a central ... Leer más

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  • The Life, Studies, and Works of Benjamin West, Esq

    de John Galt ...
    "The Life, Studies, and Works of Benjamin West, Esq" by John Galt is a comprehensive biography that delves into the life of the renowned American painter Benjamin West. Galt meticulously chronicles West's journey from his humble beginnings in Pennsylvania to becoming a prominent figure in the art world. The book explores West's artistic development, his influences, and his contributions to the ... Leer más

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  • The Ayrshire Legatees; Or, The Pringle Family

    de John Galt ...
    The novel is presented in the form of a series of letters and journal entries, which were a popular narrative technique during the 18th and 19th centuries. It tells the story of the Pringle family, who are the beneficiaries of a substantial inheritance left to them by their deceased relative, the Reverend Doctor Pringle of Garnock. The Pringle family includes various colorful characters, each with ... Leer más

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  • The Entail; or, The Lairds of Grippy

    de John Galt ...
    David Ramsay: The protagonist, David is a character who finds himself at odds with the inheritance rules of the Grippy estate. His personal struggles and moral dilemmas drive much of the narrative.Sir Matthew Ramsay: David's father, who is deeply invested in the fate of the Grippy estate and its legal implications.Miss Margaret Ramsay: David’s sister, who plays a key role in the family dynamics ... Leer más

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