"Lorna Doone: A Romance of Exmoor" by R. D. Blackmore is a historical tale set in the vivid landscape of Exmoor, England. At the heart of the story is John Ridd, a steadfast yeoman, driven by a thirst for vengeance after his father's brutal murder by the ruthless Doone clan. John's journey is complicated by his growing affection for the captivating Lorna Doone, who is mysteriously connected to the very outlaws he seeks to punish; it charts a course of love blossoming amid conflict and the clash between justice and desire. From the early days of education to the shock of his father’s death, we witness his transformation into a man seeking vengeance. Throughout the novel, Blackmore captures the feel of Exmoor life and the distinct people of the community vividly, creating an immersive experience for the reader, as John navigates growing up and finds himself on a collision course with the violent Doone family.
Lorna Doone: A Romance of Exmoor
By R. D. (Richard Doddridge) Blackmore
Amidst a backdrop of revenge and outlawry, a young man's pursuit of justice is tested by a forbidden love that binds him to the very family he swore to destroy.
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About the AuthorRichard Doddridge Blackmore, known as R. D. Blackmore, was one of the most famous English novelists of the second half of the nineteenth century. He won acclaim for vivid descriptions and personification of the countryside, sharing with Thomas Hardy a Western England background and a strong sense of regional setting in his works.
Richard Doddridge Blackmore, known as R. D. Blackmore, was one of the most famous English novelists of the second half of the nineteenth century. He won acclaim for vivid descriptions and personification of the countryside, sharing with Thomas Hardy a Western England background and a strong sense of regional setting in his works.
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