The Heart of Mid-Lothian

<p>Based on true events <I>The Heart of a Mid-Lothian</i> depicts two stories. The first regards the Porteous Riots of 1736 in Edinburgh Scotland. After the execution of two smugglers a riot breaks out in Edinburgh. Unable to control the crowd and impatient Captain John Porteous the captain of the city guards ordered his soldiers to fire into the crowd murdering civilians. While this disbanded the original riot the captain's actions soon warrant serious consequences as the civilians demand justice. Next the story of Jeanie Doss unfolds. Born into a lower class Jeanie had a humble upbringing and is a very devout Presbyterian. After a tragic incident leads to her sister being wrongly accused of murdering a baby Jeanie is determined to help her sister in the most virtuous and just way she can imagine. Traveling mostly on foot Jeanie decides to go to London in hopes of meeting with the queen. Determined to obtain justice for her sister Jeanie fights to receive a royal pardon on her sister's behalf clearing her name. First published in 1818 Sir Walter Scott wrote <I>The Heart of a Mid-Lothian</i> to be an imaginative depiction of actual events. Tied together by common themes these two stories form a moving and shocking narrative. With themes of class government brutality social injustice and religion <I>The Heart of a Mid-Lothian</i> explores timeless topics that remain to be relevant and compelling. Praised for the masterful and intimate portrayal of Jeanie's character <I>The Heart of a Mid-Lothian</i> is descriptive authentic and captivating. This edition of <i>The Heart of a Mid-Lothian</i> by Sir Walter Scott now features a striking new cover design and is printed in a font that is both modern and readable. With these accommodations this edition of <i>The Heart of a Mid-Lothian</i> crafts an accessible and pleasant reading experience for modern audiences while restoring the original mastery and drama of Sir Walter Scott's literature. </p>