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  • Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft
    Sir Walter Scott
    Although written mostly as a fictional work, this piece of literature uses many real-world examples of the occult to make its fictional points. Written in a series of ten letters, the book gives a very personal perspective on one person’s view of the occult. Although Walter Scott was failing in health while writing this work, a unique charm is given to the text in the midst of ...
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    24,81 €

  • Anne of Geierstein
    Sir Walter Scott
    Anne of Geierstein; or, The Maiden of the Mist is a sweeping historical romance by Sir Walter Scott, set amid the political upheaval of 15th-century Europe. This edition includes Volumes I and II, following an exiled Englishman entangled in Swiss struggles and Burgundian intrigue. At its heart is the enigmatic Anne, whose fate is shrouded in mystery. Blending adventure, chivalr...
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    23,20 €

  • Chronicles Of The Canongate
    Sir Walter Scott
    Chronicles Of The Canongate is a collection that intricately weaves together elements of Scottish history and folklore, providing a deep exploration of the rich traditions and culture of Scotland. The narrative delves into the lives of various characters, each revealing different aspects of Scottish society. Through a reflective and introspective approach, the work focuses on t...
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    14,46 €

  • Red Gauntlet and Quentin Durward
    Sir Walter Scott
    This collection brings together two of Sir Walter Scott’s most compelling historical novels. In Redgauntlet, a young man is drawn into a Jacobite plot to restore the Stuart monarchy, navigating political intrigue and family loyalty in 18th-century Scotland. In Quentin Durward, a Scottish archer seeks his fortune in France, facing the treacheries of King Louis XI’s court and the...
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    42,16 €

  • The Lady of the Lake
    Sir Walter Scott
    In The Lady of the Lake, Sir Walter Scott presents a captivating tale of romance, political intrigue, and clan rivalry in the Scottish Highlands. Centered around the mysterious Ellen Douglas,the poem intertwines love and honor with the struggle for power, painting a vivid picture of Scotland’s turbulent past. ...
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    18,51 €

  • Ivanhoe
    Sir Walter Scott
    In Ivanhoe, Sir Walter Scott weaves a tale of chivalry, adventure, and romance in medieval England. As noble knight Wilfred of Ivanhoe battles to restore his honor, he encounters fierce rivals, brave allies, and forbidden love, set against the backdrop of the conflict between Saxons and Normans. ...
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    19,46 €

  • Ivanhoe(Illustrated)
    Sir Walter Scott
    Key Features:Illustrated Edition: Immerse yourself in this classic like never before with 20 stunning illustrations that bring the tale to life!Summary Included: Perfect for those who want a quick refresher or overview of this timeless story.Characters List: A detailed guide to the characters you’ll meet, helping you keep track of the story’s complex relationships.Author Biogra...
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    33,59 €

  • Marmion
    Sir Scott Walter
    'Marmion: A Tale of Flodden Field' is an epic narrative poem written by Sir Walter Scott, a prominent Scottish author and poet of the 19th century. This historical and romantic work brings to life the events surrounding the Battle of Flodden, a significant conflict between England and Scotland. The poem tells the story of Lord Marmion, a proud and ambitious nobleman who becomes...
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    14,51 €

  • Woodstock; Or, The Cavalier
    sir walter scott
    'Woodstock; or, the Cavalier' is a historical novel written by Sir Walter Scott. Set in England during the turbulent years of the English Civil War, the book presents a captivating tale of political intrigue, romance, and adventure. The story revolves around the fate of the imprisoned Charles I of England, who is held captive at Woodstock Palace. Amidst this backdrop, the prota...
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    20,21 €

  • Life Of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol.V
    sir walter scott
    The fifth book of Sir Walter Scott’s 'The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte' gives a thorough account of Napoleon’s stay in exile on the island of Saint Helena up to his death in 1821. Scott explores Napoleon’s ideas on politics, history, and his position in it as he examines his life and legacy throughout this time. Napoleon’s relations with the British government, the governor of Sa...
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    21,04 €

  • The Black Dwarf
    Scott Sir Walter
    Set in the Scottish Borders shortly following the Union of Scotland and England in 1707, ’The Black Dwarf’ is a novel by Sir Walter Scott. Purposefully shrouded in mystery, the novel’s protagonist is a dwarf named Sir Edward Mauley, whose character is deemed a curse by those living in the area, who accuse Sir Edward of working with the Devil. The isolated figure of Sir Edward r...
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    13,83 €

  • Peveril Of The Peak
    Scott Bart Sir Walter
    Peveril of the Peak is a historical novel written by Sir Walter Scott, Bart. Peveril of the Peak is a thrilling historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the political and social landscape of 17th-century England. The plot is set in the late 17th century and is centered around the events leading up to the Glorious Revolution of 1688 in England. The novel follows t...
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    21,68 €

  • QUENTIN DURWARD
    Sir Walter Scott
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    36,20 €

  • The Heart of Mid-Lothian
    Walter Sir Walter Scott
    Sir Walter Scott wrote a book titled The Heart of Midlothian, which was released in 1818. Two sisters, Jeanie and Effie Deans, and their interactions with the Scottish court system are the focus of the novel, which is set in Edinburgh, Scotland, in the middle of the eighteenth century. An upright and devout young lady named Jeanie Deans is desperate to prevent her sister Effie ...
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    24,90 €

  • Ivanhoe
    Sir Walter Scott
    One of Sir Walter Scott’s most popular and influential works, 'Ivanhoe' is the story of one of the last remaining Saxon noble families. At the beginning of the novel we find its titular character, Sir Wilfred of Ivanhoe, who has been disinherited by his father for his allegiance to the Norman king, Richard the Lionheart, and for falling in love with the Lady Rowena, returning f...
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    16,66 €

  • Rob Roy
    Sir Walter Scott
    Sir Walter Scott was the first English-language author in literary history to have international success during his actual lifetime. His works were celebrated in North America, Australia, and Europe. Born in Edinburgh, Scott lived a rather sequestered childhood, stricken with polio and sent to live on his grandparents farm. There, his Aunt Jenny not only taught him to read, but...
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    15,67 €

  • Ivanhoe A Romance
    Sir Scott Walter
    The Author of the Waverley Novels had hitherto proceeded in an unabated course of popularity, and might, in his peculiar district of literature, have been termed 'L’Enfant Gate' of success. It was plain, however, that frequent publication must finally wear out the public favour, unless some mode could be devised to give an appearance of novelty to subsequent productions. Scotti...
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    35,93 €

  • The Talisman
    Sir Scott Walter
    The 'Betrothed' did not greatly please one or two friends, who thought that it did not well correspond to the general title of 'The Crusaders.' They urged, therefore, that, without direct allusion to the manners of the Eastern tribes, and to the romantic conflicts of the period, the title of a 'Tale of the Crusaders' would resemble the playbill, which is said to have announced ...
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    29,54 €

  • THE BRIDE OF LAMMERMOOR
    Sir Scott Walter
    THE Author, on a former occasion, declined giving the real source from which he drew the tragic subject of this history, because, though occurring at a distant period, it might possibly be unpleasing to the feelings of the descendants of the parties. But as he finds an account of the circumstances given in the Notes to Law’s Memorials, by his ingenious friend, Charles Kirkpatri...
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    27,40 €

  • Waverley
    Sir Walter Scott / Walter Sir Scott
    Edward Waverly enjoyed a privileged upbringing, despite his family’s drama. Coming of age during a political uprising, Edward’s time is split between his father and his uncle, who each have opposing political views, which causes a rift in the family. His uncle is a traditional British subject that wishes to overthrow the government so that Charles Edward Stuart is restored to p...
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    17,98 €

  • Redgauntlet
    Sir Walter Scott / Walter Sir Scott
    The life of a young law student, Darsie Latimer, is thrown into disarray when he is kidnapped by a man named Hugh Redgauntlet. Taken to an unfamiliar village, Darsie is reunited with his sister, and soon realizes that Redgauntlet is his uncle. Unclear of his uncle’s motivations, Darsie notices the presence of many prominent members of the Jacobite movement in the community, inc...
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    15,49 €

  • Quentin Durward
    Sir Walter Scott / Walter Sir Scott
    Quentin Durward, an archer and mercenary, gains the favor of Louis XI of France and the love of the beautiful Burgundian heiress, Isabelle de Croye. This is a captivating tale full of action, adventure and unexpected challenge. A poor Scotsman named Quentin Durward travels to France to find military work. He joins the royal party of King Louis XI, who is at odds with Charles th...
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    16,36 €

  • The Fortunes of Nigel
    Sir Walter Scott / Walter Sir Scott
    Nigel Olifaunt, a Scottish nobleman, travels to England to collect a debt on his late father’s behalf, but is ultimately met with deception and disappointment. The Fortunes of Nigel is one man’s tumultuous journey to keep what’s rightfully his. Following his father’s death, Nigel Olifaunt leaves his native Scotland for London, England. He plans to meet with King James VI to re...
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    16,37 €

  • The Journal of Sir Walter Scott
    Sir Walter Scott / Walter Sir Scott
    Originally published in 1890, The Journal of Sir Walter Scott spans seven eventful years of the author’s life where he attempts to reclaim his good standing. It’s a revealing look at the highs and lows of one of the greatest novelists of all-time.The Journal of Sir Walter Scott starts in 1825 when the author is 54 years old. It recounts a seven-year stretch of financial strain ...
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    26,71 €

  • Rob Roy
    Sir Walter Scott / Walter Sir Scott
    Francis Osbaldistine, the son of an English merchant, had always been different than the rest of his family. With an opposing temperament and religion than his father and younger brother, Francis dreams of writing poetry, despite his father’s desire for him to go into the family business. When Francis refuses to work for his father, he is sent away to live with his uncle, on th...
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    14,68 €

  • Guy Mannering; Or, The Astrologer
    Sir Walter Scott / Walter Sir Scott
    When he is in search of refuge, Guy Mannering, a colonel of an Indian army, decides to spend the night at the home of Godfrey Bertram, the Laird of Ellangowan. Despite being a generous and friendly host, the Laird’s attention is focused on his wife instead of his guest, as his first child is soon to be born. As Lady Betram goes into labor giving birth to a healthy boy named Ha...
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    15,50 €

  • Marmion
    Sir Walter Scott / Walter Sir Scott
    When Lord Marmion, a favorite of the king, becomes enamored by Clara, a rich noble woman, he is willing to stop at nothing to get her attention. Though Clara is engaged to the heroic Sir Ralph De Wilton, and he already has a mistress, Lord Marmion views these issues as minor, and has a plan to overcome them. With the help of his mistress, a nun named Constance, Lord Marmion for...
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    9,28 €

  • The Pirate
    Sir Walter Scott / Walter Sir Scott
    After growing tired of civilization, Basil Merton moves to the island known as Shetland with his young son, Mordaunt. Much more social than his father, Mordaunt is content reaching out to the other few people residing in their community, and grows up alongside the Troil daughters, Brenda and Minna. Peaceful and absent of the typical issues of society, Mordaunt is happy on the i...
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    17,08 €

  • The Monastery
    Sir Walter Scott / Walter Sir Scott
    Set in the 16th century when Elizabeth I ruled England, and her cousin, Mary, ruled Scotland, The Monastery depicts the religious tension and restlessness that existed along Scotland’s border. While Elizabeth ruled with her Anglican beliefs, Mary was a Catholic, and with much of their culture intermixing, this sowed unrest. While this feud between the Catholic church and the An...
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    14,81 €

  • Old Mortality
    Sir Walter Scott / Walter Sir Scott
    Set in Southern Scotland among a time of religious turmoil in the 17th century, Old Morality depicts a young soldier, Henry Morton, as he becomes involved with the armed struggle between two religious groups-the Covenanters and the Cavaliers. While the Cavaliers supported the church of England, Covenanters wished for Scotland to convert to pure Presbyterianism. With neither gro...
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    15,52 €


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