Waverley
Title | Waverley PDF eBook |
Author | Walter Scott |
Publisher | |
Pages | 440 |
Release | 1877 |
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Rob Roy
Title | Rob Roy PDF eBook |
Author | Walter Scott |
Publisher | |
Pages | 686 |
Release | 1872 |
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The Life of Sir Walter Scott
Title | The Life of Sir Walter Scott PDF eBook |
Author | John G. Lockhart |
Publisher | Taylor & Francis |
Pages | 328 |
Release | 1983 |
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Kenilworth
Title | Kenilworth PDF eBook |
Author | Walter Scott |
Publisher | |
Pages | 330 |
Release | 1821 |
Genre | Great Britain |
ISBN |
Waverley Novels
Title | Waverley Novels PDF eBook |
Author | Sir Walter Scott |
Publisher | Hardpress Publishing |
Pages | 574 |
Release | 2019-07-30 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 9780461004960 |
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The Forms of Historical Fiction
Title | The Forms of Historical Fiction PDF eBook |
Author | Harry E. Shaw |
Publisher | Cornell University Press |
Pages | 339 |
Release | 2018-03-15 |
Genre | Literary Criticism |
ISBN | 1501723286 |
Harry Shaw’s aim is to promote a fuller understanding of nineteenth-century historical fiction by revealing its formal possibilities and limitations. His wide-ranging book establishes a typology of the ways in which history was used in prose fiction during the nineteenth century, examining major works by Sir Walter Scott—the first modern historical novelist—and by Balzac, Hugo, Anatole France, Eliot, Thackeray, Dickens, and Tolstoy.
The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott
Title | The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott PDF eBook |
Author | Walter Scott |
Publisher | Good Press |
Pages | 15721 |
Release | 2023-12-27 |
Genre | Literary Collections |
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The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott is a collection of the prolific author's diverse literary output, including novels, poems, and historical works. Known for his vivid descriptions, intricate plots, and historical accuracy, Scott's writing style exemplifies the romantic literary movement of the 19th century. His works often explore themes of honor, chivalry, and the clash between tradition and modernity. Readers can expect to be transported to different time periods, from medieval Scotland to 18th-century England, through Scott's skilful storytelling and rich historical detail. The collection showcases Scott's versatility as a writer, from the epic historical narratives of Ivanhoe and Rob Roy to the haunting poetry of The Lay of the Last Minstrel. With an extensive body of work that spans genres and subjects, The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts and historians alike, offering a comprehensive insight into the mind of one of the Romantic era's most influential figures.