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Nigel Tranter

Nigel Tranter

ScottishNovember 23, 1909 – January 3, 2000Scottish Historical Novel

Tranter was the most prolific Scottish historical novelist of the twentieth century, writing over 130 novels set mainly in Scottish history. His work brought the full sweep of Scottish history to a wide popular readership.

Works

  • The Bruce TrilogyHistorical trilogy of Robert the Bruce's rise during Scottish Wars of Independence→
  • Robert the BruceHistorical novel of the Scottish king Robert the Bruce's personal and political struggles→
  • The MacgregorHistorical novel of the Scottish MacGregor clan during turbulent medieval times→
  • Chain of DestinyHistorical novel exploring Scottish history through interconnected family destinies→
  • The Master of GrayHistorical novel of a cunning courtier maneuvering through Scotland's dangerous politics→

Related

Walter Scott·John Buchan·Neil M. Gunn
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