Publisher's Synopsis
Count Robert of Paris and The Surgeon's Daughter is a historical novel written by Sir Walter Scott and published in 1894. The book is divided into two parts, with Count Robert of Paris being the first and The Surgeon's Daughter being the second. Count Robert of Paris is set in the 11th century during the Crusades and follows the story of Count Robert, a Norman nobleman who travels to Constantinople to seek his fortune. He becomes embroiled in a political conspiracy involving the Byzantine emperor and his sister-in-law, leading to a series of battles and intrigue. The Surgeon's Daughter is set in Scotland during the 18th century and tells the story of a young surgeon, Quentin Durward, who falls in love with the daughter of a wealthy merchant. However, their love is threatened by the machinations of a rival suitor and the political turmoil of the time. The book also includes an introductory essay and notes by the author, providing historical context and insights into the writing of the novel. Overall, Count Robert of Paris and The Surgeon's Daughter is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of two different eras in European history.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.
