Wandering Willie: A Romance Of The Great Tay Bridge Disaster (1887)

Wandering Willie: A Romance Of The Great Tay Bridge Disaster is a novel written by Andrew Stewart and first published in 1887. The story is set in Scotland and revolves around the tragic events of the Tay Bridge disaster, which occurred on December 28, 1879. The novel tells the story of Willie, a young man who wanders the countryside, working odd jobs and dreaming of a better life. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a beautiful young woman named Mysie, who captures his heart. As Willie and Mysie's relationship develops, they find themselves caught up in the chaos and tragedy of the Tay Bridge disaster. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the power of human resilience in the face of adversity. Through Willie's journey, the reader is transported to a bygone era and given a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people living in Scotland during the late 19th century. Overall, Wandering Willie is a captivating and poignant tale that will leave readers moved and inspired.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.