White Cockades: An Incident of the "Forty-Five"

Name: White Cockades: An Incident of the "Forty-Five"
Author: Edward Prime-Stevenson

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A young Highland youth from a landed household becomes caught up in a rising conflict when military visitors uncover clues to a hidden family secret; their intrusion triggers searches, intimidation, and a race to conceal or reveal what lies behind a secret chamber. The narrative follows imprisonment, tense guard-duty and escape, clandestine meetings and hurried flights, and the strain these events place on hospitality, loyalty, and filial duty. Action scenes alternate with quieter revelations, driving the plot toward a final confrontation and emotional resolution beneath an ancient oak.

About the Author

Edward Prime-Stevenson

Edward Prime-Stevenson was an American author and advocate for LGBTQ+ literature, best known for his novel "Imre: A Memorandum," which explores themes of love and identity between men in a candid and sensitive manner. His work often reflects the complexities of human relationships and societal norms of his time. In addition to fiction, he contributed to the discourse on cartomancy with his book "The Square of Sevens," showcasing his diverse interests. Prime-Stevenson's writings are significant for their early representation of same-sex love and continue to be of interest to scholars and readers exploring LGBTQ+ literary heritage.

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