Publisher's Synopsis
The Three Perils of Man V1-2: Or War, Women, and Witchcraft is a novel written by James Hogg and published in 1822. The story takes place in the Scottish Borders during the 16th century and follows the life of a young man named Adam, who is caught in a web of political intrigue, love, and supernatural forces. The book is divided into two volumes, each exploring one of the three perils: war, women, and witchcraft.In the first volume, Adam becomes embroiled in the political turmoil between England and Scotland, as well as the feud between two rival clans. He falls in love with a woman named Mary, but their relationship is complicated by their families' feud and Mary's own secrets.In the second volume, Adam must confront the supernatural forces that threaten his life and the lives of those he loves. He is accused of witchcraft and must stand trial, facing the wrath of a community that believes in the power of the devil.Throughout the book, Hogg explores themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and the power of superstition. The Three Perils of Man V1-2: Or War, Women, and Witchcraft is a gripping tale of adventure and intrigue set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in Scottish history.In Three Volumes.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.
