“Lorna Doone: A Romance of Exmoor” by R.D. Blackmore (1890)

“Lorna Doone” is a celebrated historical romance first published in 1869, remains one of the great English novels of the Victorian era. The story is set in the wilds of Exmoor in the late 17th century and follows John Ridd’s adventures and his love for Lorna Doone, against the backdrop of family feuds and historical events. Blackmore’s literary reputation and the enduring popularity of the novel make illustrated, antique editions especially sought after.