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Set in the turbulent 10th‑century Scottish Highlands, "Black Fox of Lorne" follows twin Norsemen Harald’s sons, Kan and Brus, as they venture across a land of warring clans, hostile Picts, and invading Englishmen. After a storm wrecks their ship on the Isle of Skye, they ally with the resident Black Fox of Lorne, a cunning help who guides them on a long journey to locate their mother and avenge their father’s death. The story portrays the era’s complex social dynamics—loyal clansmen, crofters, lairds, and Norsemen employing clever deception to survive.
The narrative unfolds like a panoramic view of medieval Scotland, blending historical detail with adventure as the twins’ identical appearance adds intrigue and ultimately aids in resolving their quest.
First publish date: 1956
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Marguerite de Angeli
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