{"product_id":"lorna-doone-r-d-blackmore-9798897181414","title":"Lorna Doone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLorna Doone: A Romance of Exmoor\u003c\/em\u003e is a historical novel by \u003cstrong\u003eR. D. Blackmore\u003c\/strong\u003e. Set in 17th-century England during the late Stuart period, the novel blends romance, adventure, and historical drama, making it one of the most beloved works of Victorian fiction. It is widely celebrated for its vivid descriptions of the rugged Exmoor landscape and its compelling blend of history and legend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe story is narrated by \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Ridd\u003c\/strong\u003e, a humble and courageous farmer living in the rural Exmoor region of Devon and Somerset. As a boy, John's father is murdered by the notorious \u003cstrong\u003eDoone clan\u003c\/strong\u003e, a family of outlaws who terrorize the countryside. Despite this, John grows into a strong and principled young man.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring one of his adventures in the Doone Valley, John meets \u003cstrong\u003eLorna Doone\u003c\/strong\u003e, the beautiful and mysterious granddaughter of Sir Ensor Doone, the clan's patriarch. Lorna has been raised among the Doones but is unhappy with their violent ways. John and Lorna fall in love, but their romance is fraught with challenges, including family feuds, betrayal, and the violent ambitions of \u003cstrong\u003eCarver Doone\u003c\/strong\u003e, a vengeful member of the clan who desires Lorna for himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe novel builds toward dramatic confrontations, including battles with the Doones and John's efforts to win Lorna's freedom. Historical events, such as the \u003cstrong\u003eMonmouth Rebellion\u003c\/strong\u003e and the Bloody Assizes, are interwoven into the narrative, adding depth and realism. In the end, love and justice triumph, but not without trials and tragedy along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLorna Doone\u003c\/em\u003e was a major commercial success during Blackmore's lifetime and remains a classic of English literature. It has been adapted into numerous films, TV series, and radio plays. Blackmore's detailed and evocative prose inspired future writers, particularly those interested in historical and regional fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e R D Blackmore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798897181414\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Lushena Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/03\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 628\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.86lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.88d","brand":"R D Blackmore","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":48487347093759,"sku":"9798897181414","price":80.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_49ac8de7-621a-4841-bc06-bfe9371ab89a.jpg?v=1778059948","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/lorna-doone-r-d-blackmore-9798897181414","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}