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The Provost
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The Provost

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Step back into 19th-century Scotland with John Galt's "The Provost," a captivating social satire set in the small town of Irvine. This meticulously prepared edition revives a classic tale of civic life and local politics, offering a glimpse into a bygone era.

Through the eyes of the provost, a local magistrate, Galt paints a humorous and insightful portrait of small-town society. "The Provost" is a work of historical fiction offering a slice-of-life perspective that resonates with enduring themes. This story captures the intricacies of human nature with wit and charm.

Explore the social dynamics and everyday concerns of a community navigating the complexities of change. "The Provost" is a testament to Galt's keen observations and storytelling prowess.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
160
ISBN
9781022984325

Step back into 19th-century Scotland with John Galt's "The Provost," a captivating social satire set in the small town of Irvine. This meticulously prepared edition revives a classic tale of civic life and local politics, offering a glimpse into a bygone era.

Through the eyes of the provost, a local magistrate, Galt paints a humorous and insightful portrait of small-town society. "The Provost" is a work of historical fiction offering a slice-of-life perspective that resonates with enduring themes. This story captures the intricacies of human nature with wit and charm.

Explore the social dynamics and everyday concerns of a community navigating the complexities of change. "The Provost" is a testament to Galt's keen observations and storytelling prowess.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
160
ISBN
9781022984325