The Lady of the LakeIn '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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... arms! the foemen storm the wall,' The antlered monarch of the waste Sprung from his heathery couch in haste. But ere his fleet career he took, The dew-drops from his flanks he shook; Like crested leader proud and high Tossed his beamed ...
... arms! the foemen storm the wall,' The antlered monarch of the waste Sprung from his heathery couch in haste. But ere his fleet career he took, The dew-drops from his flanks he shook; Like crested leader proud and high Tossed his beamed ...
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... glorying in the prize, Measured his antlers with his eyes; For the death-wound and death-halloo Mustered his breath, his whinyard drew:— But thundering as he came prepared, With ready arm and weapon bared, The wily quarry shunned.
... glorying in the prize, Measured his antlers with his eyes; For the death-wound and death-halloo Mustered his breath, his whinyard drew:— But thundering as he came prepared, With ready arm and weapon bared, The wily quarry shunned.
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Walter Scott. With ready arm and weapon bared, The wily quarry shunned the shock, And turned him from the opposing rock; Then, dashing down a darksome glen, Soon lost to hound and Hunter's ken, In the deep Trosachs' wildest nook His ...
Walter Scott. With ready arm and weapon bared, The wily quarry shunned the shock, And turned him from the opposing rock; Then, dashing down a darksome glen, Soon lost to hound and Hunter's ken, In the deep Trosachs' wildest nook His ...
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... arms whose sinewy strength Sufficed to stretch it forth at length. And as the brand he poised and swayed, 'I never knew but one,' he said, 'Whose stalwart arm might brook to wield A blade like this in battle-field.' She sighed, then ...
... arms whose sinewy strength Sufficed to stretch it forth at length. And as the brand he poised and swayed, 'I never knew but one,' he said, 'Whose stalwart arm might brook to wield A blade like this in battle-field.' She sighed, then ...
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Contents
CANTO THIRD | |
CANTO FOURTH | |
CANTO FIFTH | |
CANTO SIXTH | |
Introduction | |
Canto Second | |
Canto Third | |
Canto Fourth | |
Canto Fifth | |
Canto Sixth | |
Addendum | |
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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