The Life Of Sir Walter Scott (1906)

The Life of Sir Walter Scott is a biography written by Gerald Le Grys Norgate and published in 1906. The book chronicles the life of Sir Walter Scott, a Scottish novelist, poet, historian, and biographer who was one of the most popular and influential literary figures of the 19th century. The biography begins with Scott's early life in Edinburgh, where he was born in 1771 and raised in a family of lawyers. It follows his education, his early career as a lawyer, and his eventual success as a writer. The book explores Scott's literary works, including his famous novels such as Waverley, Ivanhoe, and Rob Roy, as well as his poetry and historical writings. Norgate also delves into Scott's personal life, including his marriage, his relationships with family and friends, and his political views. The biography covers Scott's involvement in Scottish politics and his role in the cultural and literary scene of his time. Throughout the book, Norgate provides historical context and analysis of Scott's works and life, drawing on primary sources and interviews with those who knew Scott personally. The Life of Sir Walter Scott is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of Scotland's most beloved literary figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.