The Ghosts of Glencoe (Kelpies)

The Ghosts of Glencoe (Kelpies)

by Mollie Hunter (Author)

Synopsis

"You are ordered to fall upon the rebels and put all to the sword...Amidst the thick snows of February, under the shadow of the mountains of Glencoe, the red-coated soldiers came in the dead of night with the sword, musket and bayonet. They had their orders. They were to turn on the homes of the MacDonalds and slaughter every man, woman and child -- leaving only the aged to weep for the dead. Young officer Robert Stewart faces a fearsome choice. Carry out his treacherous orders, or abandon his soldier's ambition in a desperate attempt to save the doomed clansmen ...

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 176
Edition: New Ed
Publisher: Floris Books
Published: 01 Jan 1995

ISBN 10: 0862414679
ISBN 13: 9780862414672
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years

Media Reviews
'Brilliantly done.' -- Times Literary Supplement
Author Bio
Mollie Hunter has written more than 25 novels for children since 1953, incorporating a life-long exploration of Scotland's folklore and history into her stories. She has received numerous awards and honours for her books, including the New York Times Outstanding Books of the Year Award and the Boston Globe Horn Book Award.