Redgauntlet by Sir Walter Scott, Fiction, Historical, Literary, Classics

Set against the backdrop of the Jacobite cause, the novel explores the decline of the royal Stuart dynasty, which Scott views as inherently feudal in a changing world. Through its narrative, it reflects on the inevitable transition away from feudalism, capturing the tension between tradition and progress. This final installment in Scott's series delves into the complexities of loyalty and identity during a tumultuous period in Scottish history.