The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 08

"The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 08" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a compilation showcasing late 19th-century storytelling, most notably featuring "The Black Arrow." The novel plunges into the heart of the Wars of the Roses, following Richard Shelton as his life is upended by secrets and betrayals surrounding his guardian, Sir Daniel. The tale begins with whispers of war reaching Richard's ears in Tunstall hamlet, as he learns about an upcoming battle, with Richard's interactions with local villagers to add tension in regards to the growing conflict with the houses Lancaster and York. The death of Nick Appleyard, killed by a black arrow, underscores the period's danger as Richard navigates shifting loyalties, grapples with his father’s murder, and challenges those who betrayed his family.