Sir Walter Scott

Sir Walter Scott by Stephen, Leslie is a biography of the famous Scottish author, poet, and historian, Sir Walter Scott. The book provides a detailed insight into Scott's life, his literary works, and his contribution to the Romantic literary movement. Stephen, the author, delves into Scott's upbringing, his education, and his early career as a lawyer before he became a full-time writer. The book also examines Scott's literary works, including his famous novels such as Waverley, Ivanhoe, and Rob Roy, and his poetry, which was heavily influenced by his love for Scotland and its history. Additionally, the biography explores Scott's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, and his struggles with financial difficulties. Stephen's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an enjoyable read for both fans of Scott's work and those interested in the Romantic literary movement. Overall, Sir Walter Scott by Stephen, Leslie is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of Scotland's most beloved literary figures.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Nineteenth Century English Prose, by Leslie Stephen. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766140024.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.