Publisher's Synopsis
Love In Its Tenderness: Idylls Of Enochdhu is a novel written by James Richmond Aitken and published in 1901. The book is set in the Scottish village of Enochdhu, where the story follows the lives of several characters as they navigate the complexities of love and relationships. The novel is divided into several idylls, each focusing on a different character or group of characters. The first idyll introduces the reader to the main characters, including the young and beautiful Mysie Hyslop, who is courted by several suitors including the wealthy and arrogant landowner, Sir William Drummond. The second idyll focuses on the relationship between Mysie and her childhood sweetheart, the kind and gentle shepherd, Jamie Macdonald. As the story progresses, the reader is introduced to other characters, including the mysterious and enigmatic stranger, John Macdonald, who arrives in Enochdhu and becomes a source of fascination for the villagers. The third idyll explores the relationship between John and Mysie, as well as the impact of his arrival on the other characters in the village. Throughout the novel, Aitken explores themes of love, jealousy, betrayal, and forgiveness. The idylls are written in a lyrical and poetic style, with descriptions of the Scottish countryside and the changing seasons adding to the overall atmosphere of the book. Love In Its Tenderness: Idylls Of Enochdhu is a timeless tale of love and heartbreak, set against the backdrop of a small Scottish village. Aitken's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make this novel a must-read for anyone who enjoys classic literature and romantic fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
