The Black Colonel

The Black Colonel is a historical novel by James Milne, published in 1921, set during the Jacobite uprisings in 18th century Scotland. It follows Jock Farquharson, known as the Black Colonel, a charismatic rebel against the British crown, as he navigates the complexities of clan loyalty and rivalry. The narrative explores themes of honor and internal conflict against the backdrop of impending war, revealing the tensions between those loyal to the Hanoverian crown and the Jacobite cause. Milne's work provides a rich portrayal of Scottish history and the personal struggles of its characters.