Walter, Sir Scott

Waverley (Mint Editions)

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ISBN 13:: 9781513204826
author:: Walter, Sir Scott
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Graphic Arts Books
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2021
Pages:: 496
Dimensions:: 20.3 x 12.7 x 2.7 centimetres (0
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:: New
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Waverley, a novel by Sir Walter Scott, tells the story of Edward Waverly's journey as he navigates his family's complex politics and finds himself torn between loyalty and love. Raised in a household divided between Jacobite and Hanoverian views, Edward is sent to the army to find direction, but instead discovers a new sense of purpose in Scotland. As Edward travels through the nation, he becomes enamored with its culture and people, particularly a young woman named Flora. However, their romance is complicated by their differing political beliefs, leading to a struggle that tests Edward's values and loyalties. With themes of war, tolerance, and personal growth, Waverley offers a thought-provoking exploration of the human experience. First published in 1814, this historical novel has been praised for its authenticity and comedic elements, showcasing Scott's early attempts at prose fiction.

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