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100 1 _aCrockett, W. S.
_q(William Shillinglaw),
_d1866-1945
245 1 0 _aAbbotsford
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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490 1 _aBeautiful Britain
500 _aRelease date is 2013-03-09
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"Abbotsford" by W. S. Crockett is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and legacy of Sir Walter Scott, particularly focusing on his iconic home, Abbotsford, located in the Scottish Borders. It delves into Scott's deep connection to the Border Country, his literary contributions, and the architectural evolution of Abbotsford itself. The narrative unfolds in several chapters, beginning with Scott's arrival at the site of Abbotsford, where he dreamed of creating his own estate, and continuing through the construction and embellishment of the property. Crockett describes Scott's life at Abbotsford during its glorious years, filled with literary success and social gatherings, as well as the eventual decline and hardships he faced. The book highlights Scott's passion for tree planting, his close relationships with friends and servants, and the profound impact of his work on Scottish literature and landscape. As Scott’s fortunes wane, the text also reflects on Abbotsford as a shrine to his memory, capturing the blend of joy and tragedy in his life and legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aScott, Walter, 1771-1832 -- Homes and haunts
653 _aAbbotsford (Scotland) -- Description and travel
700 1 _aSmith, William, Jr.
830 0 _aBeautiful Britain
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42289
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