{"product_id":"lorna-doone-blackmore","title":"Lorna Doone by R. D. Blackmore","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eBy R. D. Blackmore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLorna Doone: A Romance of Exmoor is a historical novel byR. D. Blackmore . Set in 17th-century England during the late Stuart period  the novel blends romance  adventure  and historical drama  making it one of the most beloved works of Victorian fiction. It is widely celebrated for its vivid descriptions of the rugged Exmoor landscape and its compelling blend of history and legend. The story is narrated byJohn Ridd   a humble and courageous farmer living in the rural Exmoor region of Devon and Somerset. As a boy  John's father is murdered by the notoriousDoone clan   a family of outlaws who terrorize the countryside. Despite this  John grows into a strong and principled young man. During one of his adventures in the Doone Valley  John meetsLorna Doone   the beautiful and mysterious granddaughter of Sir Ensor Doone  the clan's patriarch. Lorna has been raised among the Doones but is unhappy with their violent ways. John and Lorna fall in love  but their romance is fraught with challenges  including family feuds  betrayal  and the violent ambitions ofCarver Doone   a vengeful member of the clan who desires Lorna for himself. The novel builds toward dramatic confrontations  including battles with the Doones and John's efforts to win Lorna's freedom. Historical events  such as theMonmouth Rebellion  and the Bloody Assizes  are interwoven into the narrative  adding depth and realism. In the end  love and justice triumph  but not without trials and tragedy along the way. Lorna Doone was a major commercial success during Blackmore's lifetime and remains a classic of English literature. It has been adapted into numerous films  TV series  and radio plays. Blackmore's detailed and evocative prose inspired future writers  particularly those interested in historical and regional fiction.","brand":"Lushena Books","offers":[{"title":"PAPERBACK","offer_id":52798785454360,"sku":"9798897181315","price":62.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"HARDCOVER","offer_id":52798785487128,"sku":"9798897181414","price":80.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/8203\/8296\/files\/9798897181315.jpg?v=1790924449","url":"https:\/\/lushenabooksinc.com\/products\/lorna-doone-blackmore","provider":"Lushena","version":"1.0","type":"link"}