Scott, Sir Walter
Rob Roy (Wordsworth Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781853262531
- author:
- Scott, Sir Walter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wordsworth Editions
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1996
- Pages:
- 400
- Genre:
- 19th century fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Rob Roy, a novel by Walter Scott, is set against the backdrop of 1715 England and Scotland. The story revolves around the adventures of Frank Osbaldistone, who becomes entangled in the life of the legendary outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. Scott's masterful reconstruction of the period and settings creates a complex web of conflicting moral, economic, and historical forces that shape the narrative. Through Osbaldistone's journey, Scott explores the nuances of Rob Roy's character, presenting a multifaceted figure who has been both revered and reviled. The novel offers a thought-provoking examination of the Scotland of the time, where the lines between heroism and villainy are often blurred. This edition features a new critical introduction, extensive explanatory notes, and an essay outlining the novel's historical context, making it an ideal choice for readers seeking a deeper understanding of Scott's work.