Abbotsford (1905)

Abbotsford is a historical novel written by William Smith Jr. and published in 1905. The book is set in the Scottish Borders region and tells the story of the famous Scottish writer Sir Walter Scott and his beloved home, Abbotsford. Through vivid descriptions and detailed historical research, Smith Jr. brings to life the characters and events that shaped Abbotsford and its surrounding community. The novel explores the life of Sir Walter Scott, his literary achievements, and his enduring legacy. It also delves into the history of the Scottish Borders, including the turbulent times of the Border Reivers and the Jacobite uprisings. Abbotsford is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Scottish history, literature, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.