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100 1 _aKer, W. P.
_q(William Paton),
_d1855-1923
245 1 0 _aSir Walter Scott: A Lecture at the Sorbonne
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2007-04-29
508 _aProduced by Constanze Hofmann, Jeanette Jordan, Lori Scoggins, Norilan, McMartha, sassi, Siobhan Hillman, Tamise Totterdell, Zara Baxter, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Sir Walter Scott: A Lecture at the Sorbonne" by W. P. Ker is an academic lecture published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1919. This book presents a detailed examination of the influence and significance of Sir Walter Scott’s literary work, particularly in the context of his contribution to the romantic literary movement. Ker reflects on Scott's unique style, his success beyond Scottish borders, and the complexities inherent in his characters and narratives. In this lecture, Ker delves into the duality of Scott's reputation; on one hand, he was embraced and celebrated across Europe, while on the other, he faced criticism for his historical representations and political leanings. By analyzing quotes from contemporaneous critics such as Stendhal and Hazlitt, Ker underscores how Scott’s work involves more than mere scenery or romantic embellishments—pointing out his rich characters and skillful dialogue. Highlighting examples from notable novels like "Ivanhoe" and "Rob Roy," Ker captures the essence of Scott’s narrative style, showcasing how his deep connection to Scottish culture and history permeated his storytelling, making it both reflective and transformative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aScott, Walter, 1771-1832 -- Influence
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21250
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