Sir Walter Scott Ex-libray Copy

Moray McLaren

Published by Heinemann, 1970

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Outline:- This biography provides a rich portrait of Sir Walter Scott (1771â "1832) exploring both the public figure and the private man. Scott is painted not only as a towering literary talentâ "the novelist poet and historian whose works like Ivanhoe Waverley and Rob Roy shaped Scottish national identityâ "but also as a patriot deeply engaged with Scotland`s culture politics and heritage. Key aspects covered include: Early life and influences: How his upbringing Scottish heritage and early experiences (including his legal training) helped shape his values outlook and creative impulses. Literary career: The development of his writing both in style and scope; how he balanced historical romance poetry and narrative to tell stories of Scotland its people and its past. Public life and patriotism: Scottâ s pride in Scotland and his efforts to preserve traditions history and the Scottish identity in a time of change. His involvement in civic life and how he was perceived as a national figure. Personal character and challenges: His friendships family financial pressures (especially towards his later years) and how these influenced both his output and his mood. Legacy: How his works influenced future generations how he is remembered and what â patriotismâ meant in his time versus modern interpretations. The biography is comprehensive drawing on historical sources to give a balanced viewâ "showing Scottâ s strengths (his vision his skill in storytelling his love for his homeland) alongside his vulnerabilities (his debts his occasional political conservatism and the toll of fame).-> the publisher of this HARDBACK book is Heinemann The date of this copy is 1970 booksalvation have grade it as Acceptable and it will be shipped from our UK warehouse This book is from the Series. Shipping is Free for UK buyers and at a reasonable charge for buyer outside the UK.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Sir Walter Scott Ex-libray Copy
• Publisher: Heinemann
• Publication Date: 1970
• Binding: Hardback
• Edition: Standard.
• Condition: Acceptable
• Dust Jacket Condition: Acceptable
• Book Type: Book
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biography & Autobiography