"Ivan Grove, or the Siege of Edinburgh" by Walter Scott - the twelfth book in the Waverley series - is a classic example of a historical novel that tells about the events of the Jacobite Rebellion in Scotland. The author skillfully recreates the atmosphere of that time, describing the battles, intrigues and heroic deeds of the main characters. This book not only reveals historical events, but also tells about love passions, friendship and loyalty, which makes it fascinating for the reader of any age. Excerpts of folk wisdom and patriotic pathos trumpeted by illustrations on every page - this is a must-read for all fans of historical literature and adventure novels.