Overview

First published in 1968, this study is an exciting and challenging introduction to the writings of Sir Walter Scott. The author discusses the more striking features of Scott’s style — his use of language and characterisation — and also evaluates the contemporary moral and political attitudes portrayed in the novels. The use of literary conventions of the time is examined with reference to Scott’s work and extracts exemplify in particular the use of the Heroic. While admitting Scott’s faults as a writer, the author presents a general view of him as one whose works deserve deeper study than was the prevailing opinion at the time. This book will be of interest to students of literature.

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Author:   Robin Mayhead
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Volume:   27
Weight:   0.390kg
ISBN:  

9781138675353

ISBN 10:   1138675350
Pages:   120
Publication Date:   19 July 2016
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Walter Scott — His Life and Works; Scott’s reputation and career Scott’s significance today; Scheme of Extracts; Characterisation; 1 The Antiquary, ch. 15 2 St. Ronan’s Well, ch. 2 3 The Antiquary, ch. 6 4 Waverley, ch. 48 5 Guy Mannering, ch. 36 6 Guy Mannering, ch 36 7 Old Mortality, ch. 5; Scott’s Treatment of the Heroic; 8 Waverley, ch. 3 9 Waverley, ch. 4 10 Waverley, ch. 40 11 Waverley, ch. 21 12 Waverley, ch. 52 13 A Legend of Montrose, ch. 3 14 Redgauntlet, ch. 23 15 Rob Roy, ch. 34; Tensions in an Changing Society; 16 The Bride of Lammermoor, ch. 2 17 The Bride of Lammermoor, ch. 15 18 Guy Mannering, ch. 32 18 Guy Mannering, ch. 32 20 Guy Mannering, ch. 8 21 The Fair Maid of Perth, ch. 16; Political and Religious Issues; 22 Old Mortality, ch. 2 23 Old Mortality, ch. 3 24 Old Mortality, ch. 6 25 Old Mortality, ch. 12 26 Old Mortality, ch. 34 27 The Heart of Midlothian, ch. 10 28 The Heart of Midlothian, ch. 19; Scott and the Vernacular; 29 The Antiquary, ch. 20 30 Redgauntlet, ch. 11 31 Redgauntlet, ch. 11 32 Redgauntlet, ch. 11 33 Redgauntlet, ch. 11 34 Redgauntlet, ch. 11; Appendix: Biographical Note; Suggestions for Further Reading; Select Bibliography

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