Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Sir Walter Scott is a biographical account of the Scottish author, poet, and historian, Sir Walter Scott, written by Charles Duke Yonge and published in 1888. The book provides a detailed overview of Scott's life, from his birth in Edinburgh in 1771 to his death in 1832. Yonge explores Scott's childhood and education, his early career as a lawyer, and his eventual success as a writer. He also delves into Scott's personal life, including his marriage, his relationships with friends and family, and his struggles with financial difficulties. Throughout the book, Yonge highlights Scott's literary achievements, including his most famous works such as Waverley, Ivanhoe, and Rob Roy. He also discusses Scott's role in shaping Scottish national identity and his contributions to the Romantic literary movement. Overall, The Life of Sir Walter Scott provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the life and legacy of one of Scotland's most beloved literary figures.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.
