An intimate account of the personal and professional life of Sir Walter Scott. The Journal of Sir Walter Scott details the author's latter years, which were plagued by financial, emotional and physical turmoil. Despite the circumstance, he manages to deliver an honest portrayal of his most brutal and vulnerable moments.
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978-1-5132-8550-4 (9781513285504)
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Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832) was a Scottish novelist, poet, playwright, and historian who also worked as a judge and legal administrator. Scott's extensive knowledge of history and his exemplary literary technique earned him a role as a prominent author of the romantic movement and innovator of the historical fiction genre. After rising to fame as a poet, Scott started to venture into prose fiction as well, which solidified his place as a popular and widely-read literary figure, especially in the 19th century. Scott left behind a legacy of innovation, and is praised for his contributions to Scottish culture.
