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“The Master of Ballantrae” is a historical adventure novel by Robert Louis Stevenson, published in 1889. The story revolves around the Durrisdeer family, particularly the complex and often antagonistic relationship between two brothers, James Durie (the Master of Ballantrae) and Henry Durie.
The novel explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and redemption against the backdrop of the Jacobite risings in 18th-century Scotland. James, the charismatic and cunning Master, supports the Jacobite cause, while Henry backs the British government. Their differing allegiances spark a bitter rivalry that spans years, continents, and fortunes.
Through twists of fate, adventure, and tragedy, the novel delves into the psychological dynamics between the brothers, their family, and those around them. Stevenson’s masterful storytelling weaves a tale of obsession, survival, and ultimately, the destructive nature of unchecked ambition and rivalry.
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