The Complete Short Stories of Sir Walter Scott: Chronicles of the Canongate, The Keepsake Stories, The Highland Widow, The Tapestried Chamber, Halidon Hill, Auchindrane and many more (eBook)

Enriched edition.

Walter Scott (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2024
390 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654780283-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Complete Short Stories of Sir Walter Scott," the esteemed author weaves a rich tapestry of narrative that delves into the cultural and historical fabric of Scotland. This collection showcases Scott's masterful storytelling, blending elements of folklore, romance, and adventure, while addressing social issues of his time. Literary techniques such as vivid characterization and atmospheric descriptions anchor the reader in the Scottish landscape, making the tales resonate within their historical contexts, from the idyllic beauty of the Highlands to the turbulent history encapsulated in stories like "Halidon Hill" and "The Highland Widow." Walter Scott, a pivotal figure in the Scottish literary revival, was deeply influenced by his own heritage, political affairs, and the rich oral traditions of Scotland. His works reflect a keen interest in the past, as well as a desire to forge a national identity through literature during the early 19th century. Scott's dedication to the revival of Scottish history and culture is evident in these stories, reflecting both his widespread popularity and enduring legacy in romantic and historical literature. For readers seeking to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Scottish folklore and history, Scott's collection is an invaluable treasure. The tales offer unique insights into human nature, community struggles, and resilience against adversity, making this anthology a compelling read for connoisseurs of classic literature and those new to Scott's imaginative realms.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 6.1.2024
• Einführung: Fiona Merriweather
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Fiona Merriweather
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th-Century Literature • 19th-century Scotland • Alexandre Dumas • Auchindrane • Charles Dickens • Chronicles of the Canongate • complete short stories • Complex character studies • Cultural heritage exploration • Daniel Defoe • Edinburgh literary scene • European historical settings • gothic short stories • Halidon Hill • haunting short stories • Highland culture narratives • Highland Widow • human nature reflections • James Joyce • Karl May • Ken Follett • Literary classics anthology • literary fiction • Narrative poetic style • Robert Louis Stevenson • romantic adventure tales • Scottish folklore tales • Scottish folklore themes • Scottish historical fiction • Scottish literary tradition • Scottish Literature • Sir Walter Scott • Sir Walter Scott collection • Tapestried Chamber • The Highlanders of Scotland • The Keepsake Stories • Victor Hugo • Victorian literary style • Washington Irving