The Heart of Mid-Lothian

Set against the backdrop of the Porteous Riots in 1736 Edinburgh, the narrative explores themes of justice and mob mentality following the violent death of Captain John Porteous, who ordered his men to fire on a crowd. Renowned for its vivid and gruesome portrayal of this pivotal event, the novel is celebrated as one of Sir Walter Scott's masterpieces. The edition includes various introductions and chapters, along with a new biography of the author, highlighting Scott's significant contributions to literature.