Waverly Novels Vol XV, Peveril of the Peak, by Sir Walter Scott, Leather, 1871
The Waverly Novels Volume XVPeveril of the PeakBy Sir Walter Scott, Bart.ILLUSTRATEDSCARCELEATHERPeveril of the Peak (1823) is the longest novel by Sir Walter Scott. Along with Ivanhoe, Woodstock and Kenilworth, this is one of Scott's English novels, with the main action taking place around 1678. Julian Peveril, a Cavalier, is in love with Alice Bridgenorth, a Roundhead's daughter, but both he and his father are accused of involvement with the "Popish Plot" of 1678. Most of the story takes place in Derbyshire, London, and on the Isle of Man. The title refers to Peveril Castle in Castleton, Derbyshire.Publisher: The Baker & Taylor Co., New YorkCopyright: 1871 Condition: This book is in good condition. Leather. Half red leather over marbled boards. The cover is worn along edges and corners with some loss to the head/tail of the spine. Outer hinges are chipped and worn. Top edge gilt. Interior hinges tight. Hand marbled endpapers match the cover. Five raised bands on spine with bright