"Peveril of the Peak" is a historical novel written by the Scottish writer Walter Scott. The book tells about the events of the 17th century in England during the restoration of King Charles II on the throne. The main character, young Julian Penvenn, finds himself in a web of political conspiracies, whose loyalty and love become the driving force in this tangled world of depraved lechers and traitors. The author masterfully recreates the atmosphere of English society and historical events of that time, revealing in all its grandiosity a sophisticated psychological portrait of the main character. "Peveril Peak" leaves the reader with a feeling of deep experience and disclosure of complex social problems.