Quentin Durward (1886) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781167316890)

Quentin Durward is a historical novel written by Sir Walter Scott and published in 1886. The story is set in the 15th century and follows the adventures of the eponymous hero, Quentin Durward, a young Scottish archer who travels to France to seek his fortune. During his journey, Quentin becomes embroiled in the political intrigues of the French court, where he falls in love with the beautiful Isabelle de Croye, a lady-in-waiting to the queen. However, Isabelle is already betrothed to the Duke of Orleans, and Quentin must navigate the treacherous waters of courtly life to win her heart and protect her from harm. As the story unfolds, Quentin becomes involved in a plot to overthrow the king of France, and he must use all his skills as a warrior and a diplomat to prevent a civil war and restore peace to the kingdom. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, including the cunning Louis XI, the brave and loyal Countess Hameline, and the ruthless Burgundian knight, William de la Marck. Quentin Durward is a classic tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue, set against the backdrop of a turbulent period in European history. Scott's vivid descriptions of the landscapes, costumes, and customs of the time bring the story to life, and his skillful portrayal of the characters makes them come alive on the page. This novel is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone who loves a good adventure story.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.

Author: Walter Scott
ISBN-10: 1167316894
ISBN-13: 9781167316890
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 478
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d