Scottish sketches

'Scottish sketches' is a novel written by Amelia E. Barr. The story begins with a man named Alexander Crawford reading his private ledger, which contained his bank account. He was in a contemplative mood and fondly remembered his past, considering himself a proud Scotchman. He thought about the land of Crawford and Traquare, which he considered his inheritance, and was pleased with himself for having done well by it, with 80,000 pounds in the Bank of Scotland and all mortgages paid off. He was proud to have honored his father's wishes.