TY  - BOOK
AU  - Crockett,W.S.
AU  - Smith,William,Jr
TI  - Abbotsford
AV  - DAPR 
PY  - 2014///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Abbotsford (Scotland)
KW  - Scott, Walter, 1771-1832 -- Homes and haunts
N1  - Release date is 2014-06-22; Produced by Giovanni Fini, sp1nd and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
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N2  - "Abbotsford" by W. S. Crockett is a descriptive account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the renowned home of Sir Walter Scott, capturing its historical and architectural significance as well as Scott's personal connection to the Scottish Borders. It presents insights into Scott's life, his literary contributions, and the enduring allure of Abbotsford for visitors and literary pilgrims alike.  The opening of "Abbotsford" introduces the reader to Scott's legacy and the homage paid to his residence, emphasizing the deep-rooted affection people have for this literary shrine. Crockett reflects on the location's historical background and Scott's lifelong relationship with the Border country, suggesting these elements contribute to Abbotsford's allure. It also discusses the popularity of Abbotsford as a spectacle, noting the thousands of visitors it attracts annually, while hinting at the nostalgia and reverence associated with Scott's life and works. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46068
ER  -