The Gleam in the North: A Sequel to the Flight of the Heron, (Hardcover)

<p><b>"The Gleam in the North"</b> is a compelling historical adventure and the second installment in D. K. Broster's celebrated Jacobite Trilogy. Set in the mid-18th century, the narrative follows the aftermath of the 1745 uprising, exploring the lives of those loyal to the Stuart cause during a time of great peril and political unrest in the Scottish Highlands. The story picks up several years after the events of "The Flight of the Heron", focusing on the enduring bond and trials of Ewen Cameron and his English friend, Keith Windham.</p><p>As the Jacobite cause lingers as a "gleam in the north," the protagonists find themselves caught in a web of intrigue, hidden identities, and the harsh realities of a changing Scotland. Broster masterfully blends historical atmosphere with a rich, character-driven plot, highlighting themes of honor, loyalty, and sacrifice. The rugged beauty of the Scottish landscape serves as a dramatic backdrop to a tale filled with suspense and emotional depth. Readers of classic historical fiction will find this work a poignant exploration of the human spirit amidst the turbulence of Scottish history.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• The Gleam in the North: A Sequel to the Flight of the Heron, (Hardcover)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025347868
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 356