The Lady of the LakeGood Press, 2019 M11 19 - 285 páginas In 'The Lady of the Lake' by Walter Scott, the reader is transported to the rugged landscape of Scotland, where clans and chivalry collide in a tale of love, honor, and conflict. Scott's poetic prose weaves a captivating story filled with knights, ladies, and epic battles, embodying the Romantic literary style of the 19th century. The narrative is enriched with vivid descriptions of the Scottish Highlands, enhancing the reader's immersion into the world of the characters. The book's exploration of themes such as loyalty, betrayal, and the power of nature make it a compelling read for those interested in historical fiction. Walter Scott, a renowned Scottish novelist and poet, drew upon his deep knowledge of Scottish history and folklore to craft 'The Lady of the Lake'. His passion for his homeland shines through in the detailed portrayal of the landscape and characters, reflecting his commitment to preserving Scotland's cultural heritage through literature. Scott's mastery of language and storytelling techniques solidify his reputation as a pioneer in Romantic literature. I highly recommend 'The Lady of the Lake' to readers who appreciate rich historical settings, complex characters, and engaging plots. Scott's masterpiece offers a glimpse into a bygone era while delivering timeless themes that resonate with audiences today. |
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... in the vicinity of Loch Katrine, in the Western Highlands of Perthshire. The time of Action includes Six Days, and the transactions of each Day occupy a Canto. THE LADY OF THE LAKE. Table of Contents CANTO FIRST. Preface ARGUMENT.
... in the vicinity of Loch Katrine, in the Western Highlands of Perthshire. The time of Action includes Six Days, and the transactions of each Day occupy a Canto. THE LADY OF THE LAKE. Table of Contents CANTO FIRST. Preface ARGUMENT.
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... Highland eagle e'er should feed On thy fleet limbs, my matchless steed! Woe worth the chase, woe worth the day, That costs thy life, my gallant gray!' X. Then through the dell his horn resounds, From vain pursuit to call the hounds ...
... Highland eagle e'er should feed On thy fleet limbs, my matchless steed! Woe worth the chase, woe worth the day, That costs thy life, my gallant gray!' X. Then through the dell his horn resounds, From vain pursuit to call the hounds ...
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... Highland plunderers here Were worse than loss of steed or deer.- I am alone ; —my bugle - strain May call some straggler of the train ; Or , fall the worst that may betide , Ere now this falchion has been tried . ' XVII . But scarce ...
... Highland plunderers here Were worse than loss of steed or deer.- I am alone ; —my bugle - strain May call some straggler of the train ; Or , fall the worst that may betide , Ere now this falchion has been tried . ' XVII . But scarce ...
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... Highland halls were open still To wildered wanderers of the hill. 'Nor think you unexpected come To yon lone isle, our desert home; Before the heath had lost the dew, This morn, a couch was pulled for you; On yonder mountain's purple ...
... Highland halls were open still To wildered wanderers of the hill. 'Nor think you unexpected come To yon lone isle, our desert home; Before the heath had lost the dew, This morn, a couch was pulled for you; On yonder mountain's purple ...
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... Highland brand , But it must match the Douglas hand ? Can I not frame a fevered dream , But still the Douglas is the theme ? I'll dream no more , by manly mind Not even in sleep is will resigned . My midnight orisons said o'er , I'll ...
... Highland brand , But it must match the Douglas hand ? Can I not frame a fevered dream , But still the Douglas is the theme ? I'll dream no more , by manly mind Not even in sleep is will resigned . My midnight orisons said o'er , I'll ...
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CANTO THIRD | |
CANTO FOURTH | |
CANTO FIFTH | |
CANTO SIXTH | |
Introduction | |
Canto Second | |
Canto Third | |
Canto Fourth | |
Canto Fifth | |
Canto Sixth | |
Addendum | |
Términos y frases comunes
accents Achray amphibrachic band bard battle Beltane Benvenue blade blood bold brand brave broadsword brow Callander called canto Castle chase chief Chieftain clan Clan-Alpine's cliff copse dark deep deer Douglas Ellen fair fairy fear Fiery Cross Fitz-James Gael gallant gave glance glen grace Graeme gray hand harp hear heart heath Highland hill hounds isle James John Gunn King King's knight Lady lake Loch Achray Loch Katrine Loch Lomond Loch Voil Lord loud Lowland maid maiden Malcolm Minstrel misprint morning mountain ne'er noble numbers o'er pass Perthshire pibroch plaid poem poetry pride reads rhyme rock Roderick Dhu Saint Modan Saxon Scotland Scott says Scottish Shakespeare side sire snood song sooth sound spear speed Spenser stag steed Stirling Stirling Castle stood stranger sword Table of Contents Teith thee thine thou tide Trosachs Urisk Vennachar warrior wave wild wind word