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Chambers, Robert
1802
1871
Chambers, R. (Robert)
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Illustrations of the Author of Waverley
Being Notices and Anecdotes of Real Characters, Scenes, and Incidents Supposed to Be Described in His Works
$aUnited Kingdom :$bW. & R. Chambers,$c1884.
Waverley -- Guy Mannering -- The antiquary -- Rob Roy -- The black dwarf -- Old mortality -- The heart of Mid-Lothian -- Bride of Lammermoor -- Legend of Montrose -- The monastery -- The romances.
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"Illustrations of the Author of Waverley" by Robert Chambers is a collection of notices and anecdotes written in the early 19th century. The book explores real characters, scenes, and incidents that are believed to have inspired Sir Walter Scott’s works, especially "Waverley." It aims to provide historical context and narrative depth to Scott’s fiction, drawing connections between literary characters and their real-life counterparts across Scottish history. The opening of the work introduces various characters and events that intersect with Scott's novels. It recounts notable anecdotes of historical figures such as Alexander Stuart of Invernahyle during the Jacobite uprisings, highlighting themes of honor, loyalty, and sociopolitical conflict in 18th-century Scotland. Through these vignettes, Chambers sets the stage for a deeper exploration of how these real-life individuals shaped the narratives Scott crafted, outlining the intricate tapestry of Scottish heritage portrayed in the author’s celebrated tales. The balance of anecdote and analysis hints at both scholarly attention and narrative storytelling, drawing readers into the vibrant world of Scottish history that weaves through Scott's literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/illustrationsofa00chamrich/
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Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Scott, Walter, 1771-1832
Scotland -- In literature
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Category: History - British
Category: History - European
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
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