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Lorna Doone (Wordsworth Classics) (Paperback)

by R.D. Blackmore (Author)

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Paperback: 624 pages
Publisher: Wordsworth Editions Ltd; New edition edition (7 Nov 1993)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1853260762
ISBN-13: 978-1853260766
Product Dimensions: 19.3 x 12.7 x 3.3 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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Lorna Doone, a Romance of Exmoor is an historical novel of high adventure set in the South West of England during the turbulent time of Monmouth's rebellion (1685). It is also a moving love story told through the life of the young farmer John Ridd, as he grows to manhood determined to right the wrongs in his land, and to win the heart and hand of the beautiful Lorna Doone.

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With an Introduction and Notes by Dr Pamela Knights, Department of English Studies, Durham University

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Most Complete English novel, 21 Jan 2005

By	S. Morris (Rural Cheshire, UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Lorna Doone is my favourite of all classic English novels and is still under-rated. This is one of the most complete books ever written.
It is a tale with something for everyone. It has romance, chivalry, action, revenge, factual history and some great twists of plot.
Written in 1869 but set in the late 1600s, its characters are based around the exploits of real historical figures.
The only thing that may put off the modern reader is that it contains some extra historical narrative, making it a long book. This can be omitted by the reader without being essential to the plot. Just skip through this and enjoy Blackmore's best novel.
R D Blackmore's lovingly detailed observations of nature are always a delight.
For me to this day, it is quite simply the best book I've ever read and I am now fortunate enough to own a copy of the first edition. I cannot recommend it enough.
This paperback edition simply has to be read once by us all.

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4.0 out of 5 stars John Ridd - Gentle Giant of Exmoor, 5 Jun 2007

By	Mr. Stephen Holmes (N. Wales) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It reads like the memoirs of a 17th century gentleman so much so that you have to remind yourself constantly that it was fictional and written nearly 200 years later. Despite this, although I am no expert, the hitorical setting seems accurate and entirely believable. It appears that the tumultuous events of the late 17th century in West Country England had left an imprint in collective memory of the region and R.D. Blackmore has captured this skillfully in this novel. I love the atmosphere whispers and rumours of discontent and rebellion, the portrait of utter folly of Monmouth's claim to the throne,the pain and frustration of battle and aftermath of the Bloody Assizes.

I will not be the first to suggest that it should be entitled "John Ridd" Indeed I find the central romance of his love of Lorna Doone a little syrupy sweet for my liking although it does act as a central spine for the rest of the epic tale. Our hero, John Ridd is clearly not the simple "clod hopper" they he purports to be. He has an education, he can read and write in a time when that was a rarity and he has wisdom as broad and strong as his shoulders. I like him very much for his simple honesty, modesty but also for towering physical strength.

R.D. Blackmore prose is not as rich say as Dickens but he has ability to weave a tale that is intricate and complex as any classic novel. There are times when the language is difficult there are word used of which I still have not found the meaning despite web searches. There are passages written in West Country dialect that I could only understand by voicing them as my Auntie Norah (a true Devonian) would have spoken them. On occssion R.D. Blackmore drifts off the subject to discuss morals or generally air his views (or should I say John Ridd's views) on an issue which I find superflusous. In general sometimes you feel it could have done with a good editor to stop R.D. Blackmore' self indulgance.

Despite these reservations, it thoroughly good read. It a story that will haunt you for the the rest of your life - definately a book to read before you die.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Wonderful, 18 Sep 2007

By	Misfit (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

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What an awesome tale. Written in the 19th century, but telling a tale about the late 1600's during the times of Charles II and James II. Our hero, John Ridd is a simple, albeit wise and honorable farmer who as a young lad meets Lorna Doone of the dreaded, evil outlaw family of higher born Doones, and it's love at first sight.

There are lots of ups and downs and surprises, along with the author's gorgeous prose describing the english countryside and farmlife. You have to pay attention though, as none of the characters are wasted. What might seem as inconsequential events and characters earlier in the story are brought back in full circle to the tale, along with a great mystery about Lorna's past as the author slowly peels out the many layers of his story.

Highly highly recommended. If you enjoy Thomas Hardy, Charlotte Bronte or Dickens this will probably be right up your alley.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Lorna doone
lovely story. very good for reading out loud. did not realize how much humour there was in it. would recommened.many thanks

Published 7 months ago by M. Buss

5.0 out of 5 stars Lorna Doone classic
I have not yet had a chance to read this as my husband has started to read it and can't put it down. Read more

Published 7 months ago by Mrs. L. West

4.0 out of 5 stars Great adventure
A complex and interesting adventure saga, Lorna Doone also has another fascination for Australian readers at least--it was the legendary bushranger Ned Kelly's favourite book, and... Read more

Published 8 months ago by Sophie Masson

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Wonderful
What an awesome tale. Written in the 19th century, but telling a tale about the late 1600's during the times of Charles II and James II. Read more

Published on 22 April 2007 by Misfit

3.0 out of 5 stars Good,but slightly dissapointed
I had high hopes of reading Lorna Doone.I was expecting something like Wuthering Heights,or an unputdownable,romantic adventure,but it wasn`t. Read more

Published on 1 May 2004 by Snail

5.0 out of 5 stars 2 things for the modern girl to know about Lorna Doone
1. It should be called John Ridd - he's your best reason for reading it. Strong as a bear, gentle as a kitten, not big with the book reading, but as much emotional intelligence as... Read more

Published on 20 April 2003 by Mrs. H. M. Rees

4.0 out of 5 stars A Great Romance
This is a great romantic adventure story with some wonderful images to have you hanging off the edge of your seat. Read more

Published on 8 Jan 2001 by Mrs. K. A. Wheatley

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Amazing!
This is a great book! It's a lovely, romance story. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone!

Published on 26 Dec 2000

3.0 out of 5 stars ROMANCE AND ADVENTURE IN 17TH CENTURY ENGLAND
Novels written in the last century are not everyone's cup of English tea, so taste thereof with literary trepidation. Read more

Published on 11 Feb 1999

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