The Author of The Raiders: How Mr. Crockett Learned His Trade

The Author of The Raiders: How Mr. Crockett Learned His Trade

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Digest article summarising an interview with Crockett published in Cassell's Family Magazine, April 1895 (primary source). Covers Crockett's origins as a writer for the Christian Leader; the genesis of The Stickit Minister; his schooling under the Cameronians; his travelling tutorship and European travels; the initial rejection of The Raiders by a Scottish publisher; and his working method using Edinburgh library archives for Covenanting historical material. Secondary digest — confirm whether companion record for primary Cassell's source is required.

1895-04

MAG-112

English

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