The Patriot

In 1678, Scotland liesunder the dark threat of union with England. In an era of intrigue and bloodshed, Andrew Fletcher, laird of Saltoun, stands out as a man of ideals and integrity. His fearless and dogged opposition to the Treaty becomes a thirty-year campaign fought in Europe as well as his native Scotland. His eventual defeat is the defeat of a hero and of a cause so dear to his people that his name is glorified in Scottish history.

'Through his imaginative dialogue, he provides a voice for Scotland's heroes' Scotland on Sunday

Review'He has an amazingly broad grip of Scottish history' (Daily Telegraph )

'One of Scotland's most prolific and respected writers' (The Times )

'An accomplished writer of compelling and unforgettable historical novels' (She magazine )

'Through his imaginative dialogue, he provides a voice for Scotland's heroes' (Scotland on Sunday )

'Tranter's popularity lies in his knack of making historical events immediate and exciting' (Historical Novels Review )

'An informative, entertaining read' (Daily Examiner )

'He treats history with respect' (Financial Times )

About the AuthorOne of Scotland`s best-loved authors, Nigel Tranter wrote over ninety novels on Scottish history. He died at the age of ninety on 9 January 2000.