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The Lady Of The Lake: With All His Introductions, Various Readings, And The Editor's Notes
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781277219760
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Mar 6 2012
Pages: 394
Weight: 1.21
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Lady of the Lake is a narrative poem by Sir Walter Scott, first published in 1810. Set in the Trossachs region of the Scottish Highlands, the poem is composed of six cantos, each detailing events of a single day. It interweaves themes of love, war, and political intrigue against the backdrop of Scotland's rugged landscape and rich history. The poem tells the story of Ellen Douglas, the 'Lady of the Lake', who is caught between several powerful men vying for her affection and loyalty amidst a brewing conflict between King James V and the Highland clans.
Scott's vivid descriptions and romanticized portrayal of Scottish history and culture made The Lady of the Lake immensely popular, influencing perceptions of Scotland and contributing to the romantic movement. This edition includes all of Scott's original introductions, various readings, and the editor's notes, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the poem's historical and literary context.
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