The Pirate (eBook)

Walter Scott (Autor)

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2022
346 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654700750-0 (EAN)

Infos

Walter Scott's 'The Pirate' is a classic tale of adventure and romance set against the backdrop of the lawless seas around the Orkney and Shetland Islands. The novel is characterized by Scott's signature historical detail and vivid descriptions of the rugged landscapes. The story follows the lives of the pirate Captain Cleveland and the shipwrecked Minna Troil as they navigate love, betrayal, and the search for hidden treasure. Scott's narrative style seamlessly weaves together elements of history, romance, and high-seas drama, creating a gripping and immersive reading experience. The novel also explores themes of loyalty, honor, and the complexities of human relationships, making it a timeless work of literature that continues to captivate readers today.

Autor

Sir Walter Scott, 1st Baronet FRSE (1771-1832), was a Scottish historical novelist, poet, playwright, and historian, renowned for his contribution to the Romantic movement in literature. Born in Edinburgh, Scott was schooled in the classics and developed an early love for the myths and legends of his homeland, which would later feature prominently in his works. His literary career began with translations and collections of ballads but he rose to prominence with his narrative poems such as 'The Lay of the Last Minstrel' (1805) and 'Marmion' (1808). However, it was his foray into historical novels that cemented his legacy, with titles like 'Ivanhoe' (1819) and 'Rob Roy' (1817) achieving immense popularity. In 'The Pirate' (1822), Scott explores themes of love, honor, and betrayal set against the backdrop of seventeenth-century Orkney and Shetland Islands. His novels were pioneering in integrating historical fact with fiction and popularizing the use of regional dialects, creating a vivid sense of Scottish culture and identity. Scott's works continue to captivate readers, offering a testament to his mastery of storytelling and his enduring influence on the historical novel genre. His baronetcy in 1820 was a recognition of his literary achievements, making him one of the most celebrated figures of Scottish literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 17.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Spielen / Lernen ► Abenteuer / Spielgeschichten
• Schlagworte: 18th-Century Literature • 19th century fiction • antique pirate novels • classic literary pirates • Daniel Defoe • Dead Man's Chest • highland romance • Historical adventure novel • historical fiction juveniles • International bestselling author • Jules Verne • juvenile pirate fiction • Karl May • Ken Follett • literary classic • nautical adventure • Outlander • pirate adventure • Pirates of the Caribbean • Rivalry and love triangle • Robert Louis Stevenson • Robinson Crusoe • romantic historical novel • Scottish historical fiction • Scottish literature classics • sea adventure stories • Shetland Island setting • Treasure Island • Walter Scott adventures • Walter Scott pirate tales