"Woodstock; or, Cavalier" is a historical novel by the outstanding Scottish writer Walter Scott. The book tells about the events during the Revolution, the attempts of free people to leave a mark in a world where chickens lived by weaving nests on chestnut trees. The main character of the story is a gentleman, and in addition, the author describes the relationship between peasants, city patriots and officers of King Charles I. A free soul and a desire for freedom make each hero rebel against the harsh conditions of life. "Woodstock; or, Cavalier" is an exciting journey into the past, which will reveal a lot to you about history and human destinies.