The Complete Novels of R. D. Blackmore (15 Books). Illustrated. Lorna Doone, Springhaven, Perlycross, Clara Vaughan, The Maid of Sker, and Others

The Complete Novels of R. D. Blackmore (15 Books) presents the full range of fiction by one of the most important voices of Victorian historical romance. Best known for the enduring classic Lorna Doone, Blackmore combined adventure, romance, and vivid landscape writing to create novels rich in atmosphere and emotional power. This illustrated collection includes major works such as Lorna Doone, Springhaven, Perlycross, Clara Vaughan, and The Maid of Sker, along with other novels that showcase Blackmore's imaginative scope.
Set against dramatic English landscapes-particularly Exmoor and the West Country-these stories blend historical conflict with personal drama, exploring themes of love, loyalty, honor, and moral struggle. Blackmore's writing is distinguished by its lush descriptive prose and deep sense of place. Nature plays a central role in his novels, not merely as background but as an active force shaping character and destiny.
His heroes and heroines often confront adversity with courage and integrity, reflecting Victorian ideals while remaining emotionally complex and relatable. Equally adept at mystery, tragedy, and pastoral romance, Blackmore drew on folklore, history, and regional life to create narratives that feel both epic and intimate. His influence can be seen in later historical novelists and romantic storytellers who sought to balance action with psychological depth. This comprehensive, illustrated edition offers readers the opportunity to rediscover Blackmore beyond his most famous work and to appreciate the full breadth of his literary achievement.
The Complete Novels of R. D. Blackmore is an essential collection for admirers of classic English fiction, historical romance, and richly imagined storytelling rooted in place and tradition. Contents: -Clara Vaughan -Cradock Nowell -Lorna Doone -The Maid of Sker -Alice Lorraine -Cripps the Carrier -Erema -Mary Anerley -Christowell -The Remarkable History of Sir Thomas Upmore -Springhaven -Kit and Kitty -Perlycross -Dariel