| Author |
Lockhart, J. G. (John Gibson), 1794-1854 |
| Title |
Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume 6 (of 10)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by D. Alexander, Christine P. Travers and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume 6 (of 10)" by J. G. Lockhart is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This volume chronicles significant events in the life of Sir Walter Scott, a prominent Scottish novelist, poet, and playwright. The text delves into various aspects of his life, including his declining health, personal relationships, and literary career, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of Scott's experiences during the periods of both triumph and adversity. At the start of this volume, the narrative introduces the troubling health of Charles, Duke of Buccleuch, a close friend of Scott, which sets a somber tone for the reflections ahead. Scott expresses deep concern for the Duke’s failing health in a letter, evidencing the profound bonds of friendship that he values. The opening also touches upon various literary endeavors Scott was engaged in, despite his own physical struggles, including mentions of upcoming works and collaborations, underscoring his devotion to his craft and his resilience in facing life’s challenges. This opening paints a picture of a man grappling with his mortality while remaining actively engaged in the world around him, leaving readers eager to explore more of his life story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Scott, Walter, 1771-1832
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| Subject |
Authors, Scottish -- 19th century -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
37631 |
| Release Date |
Oct 5, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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