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The Lady Of The Lake

By: Sir Walter Scott
Published By: Double9 Books
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The narrative poetry "The Lady of the Lake" was created by Sir Walter Scott. The poem, which takes place in the Scottish Highlands during James V's reign, combines romance, adventure, and political intrigue. The narrative centers on the stunning Ellen Douglas, often known as the Lady of the Lake, and her interactions with a number of people, including James Fitz-James, a knight and the poem's main character. As the story progresses, love, loyalty, and honor emerge as major themes, and the Scottish countryside serves as a setting that gives the story depth and ambiance. Readers' feeling of location is enhanced by Scott's rich descriptions of the Highland landscape, which include evocative details about places like Loch Katrine and the Trossachs. Incorporating aspects of Celtic mythology and customs, the poem also displays Scott's intense interest in Scottish history and culture.

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Sir Walter Scott

Scottish poet, writer, and historian Sir Walter Scott (1771–1832) had a significant impact on the growth of Scottish culture throughout the Romantic period. His historical fiction, including as "Ivanhoe","Rob Roy," and "Waverley," are well recognized for their evocative depictions of Scottish landscapes and their portrayals of Scottish history and society. Moreover, Scott was a prolific poet who produced masterpieces like "The Lady of the Lake" and "Marmion," which were quite well-known while he was alive. He was a significant character in the literary world of his day, and authors like Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, and Nathaniel Hawthorne were affected by his writing. Scott also pursued a successful legal career and served in the government in a number of capacities, including that of sheriff and member of parliament, in addition to his literary endeavors. Also, he was an avid collector of Scottish folktales and stories, which he used as inspiration for his work. As Scott's writings are still widely read and have been made into many movies and television shows, his impact is still felt today. He is regarded as one of Scotland's most significant cultural icons and a major advocate of the Romantic literary movement.

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Product Details

  • Publisher: Double 9 Books
  • Publishing Year: 2023
  • Language: English
  • Paperback: 276 Pages
  • ISBN-10: 935871980X
  • ISBN-13: 9789358719802
  • Item Weight: 331.2g
  • Dimension : 216 x 140 x 15.4 mm
  • Country of Origin : India
  • Reading age : 10+
  • Importer: Double 9 Books
  • Packer: Double 9 Books
  • Book Type : Literary Criticism / Poetry,Poetry / General,Poetry / Ancient & Classical