The Bloodstone (1853)

The Bloodstone is a novel written by Donald Mac Leod and first published in 1853. The story follows a young man named Angus Campbell who inherits a mysterious bloodstone from his father. The bloodstone is said to have magical powers and is coveted by many, including a group of thieves who will stop at nothing to obtain it.As Angus sets out to discover the truth about the bloodstone, he finds himself embroiled in a dangerous adventure that takes him from the rugged Scottish Highlands to the bustling streets of London. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful young woman named Elspeth and a cunning thief named Black Donald.As the plot thickens, Angus must use all of his wits and courage to protect the bloodstone and uncover the secrets that surround it. With its vivid descriptions of Scottish landscapes, thrilling action sequences, and intriguing mystery, The Bloodstone is a classic adventure novel that will captivate readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.