
ROB-ROY
WALTER SCOTT.
MONSIEUR THOMAS.
GAY.
CHURCHILL.
PENROSE.
BUTLER.
— ARGYLE.
MILTON.
JOSEPH OWEN.
Set against the rugged foothills of early‑18th‑century Scotland, the story follows a notorious figure whose name still rattles through valley and glen. Born into a modest gentry family, he would forgo any claim to power, instead carving a legend that blends the daring of a highwayman with the charm of a folk hero. As he roams the borders of Glasgow’s bustling market town and the windswept highlands, his daring raids and uncanny political savvy draw both admiration and outrage from the common folk and the authorities alike.
Listeners are invited into a world where loyalty is bought with bravery, and every tavern whisper hints at the next bold escapade. The narrative captures the tension between law and liberty, painting vivid pictures of moonlit escapes, secret alliances, and the restless spirit that fuels his rebellion. As the first act unfolds, the stage is set for a captivating clash of wit, danger, and the timeless allure of a man who lives on the edge of legend.
Language
fr
Duration
~17 hours (1016K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2005-10-08
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1771–1832
A giant of Scottish literature, this poet and novelist helped invent the historical novel and turned Scotland’s past into gripping, widely loved stories. His books blended adventure, memory, and folklore in ways that shaped fiction across Europe.
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