The Abbot is a gripping and suspenseful historical novel that transports readers back to the world of Mary, Queen of Scots, and the turbulent politics of sixteenth-century Scotland. Featuring vividly drawn characters, complex subplots, and stunning descriptions of the Scottish landscape, this masterful work of fiction is a testament to the enduring power of storytelling, and a must-read for lovers of historical fiction and Scottish literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.