{"product_id":"the-scottish-chiefs","title":"The Scottish Chiefs","description":"\u003cp\u003eRooted In Political Controversy, Gender Warfare, Violence, And Revolution, Jane Porters The Scottish Chiefs Is The Epic Story Of William Wallaces Struggle For Scottish Independence From English Rule. After The Cruel Death Of His Wife At The Hands Of The English, Wallace Embarks On A Patriotic Crusade To Free Scotland, Gathering Around Himself Loyal Followers Of Both Sexes, Drawn From Across Scottish Society. Using The Crossdressing Motifs Of Romance, Porter Demonstrates That Women Have A Crucial Role To Play In The Drama Of National Identity, Either As Temptresses Or National Heroines. The Scottish Chiefs Is A Landmark In The Development Of The Historical Novel, And Explores Vital Questions Of Patriotism, Civic Duty, Heroism, And The Role Of Women.This Broadview Edition Offers A Critical Introduction And Important Historical Contexts For The Novel In The Form Of Reviews, Excerpts From Porters Prefaces, And Other Contemporary Accounts Of William Wallace.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadview Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47087399207157,"sku":"SONG1551115980","price":41.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/5804\/8501\/files\/81tE-4yXzAL.jpg?v=1759380447","url":"https:\/\/ergodebooks.com\/products\/the-scottish-chiefs","provider":"Ergodebooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}