The Antiquary: The Works of Sir Walter Scott (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162632018)

The Antiquary is a novel by Sir Walter Scott, published in 1816. The story takes place in Scotland in the late 18th century and follows the life of an elderly man named Jonathan Oldbuck, who is a passionate antiquarian and collector of rare books and artifacts. Oldbuck is a man of great knowledge and wisdom, but he is also eccentric and stubborn, often getting into arguments with those around him.The novel explores themes of love, family, class, and the conflict between tradition and progress. Oldbuck becomes embroiled in the lives of several characters, including the young and beautiful Isabella Wardour, her father, and the roguish Captain Hector M'Intyre. The story is full of twists and turns, as Oldbuck tries to solve a mystery involving a hidden treasure and a family feud.The Antiquary is considered one of Scott's most complex and nuanced works, with its intricate plot, detailed descriptions of Scottish life and culture, and vivid characters. It is also notable for its use of dialect and local language, which adds to the authenticity of the story. The novel is a classic of Scottish literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Scotland.1906. Sir Walter Scott was a master of diverse talents. He was a man of letters, a dedicated historian and historiographer, a well-read translator of foreign texts, and a talented poet. Deriving most of his material from his native Scotland, its history and its legends, Scott invented and mastered what we know today as the historical novel. First published in 1816 in the aftermath of Waterloo, The Antiquary deals with the problem of how to understand the past in order to enable the future. See the many other works by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: 1162632011
ISBN-13: 9781162632018
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 544
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.04lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 1.10d