Walter Scott
Sir Walter Scott, 1st Baronet, was a British novelist, poet and historian. Many of his works remain classics of European and Scottish literature, notably the novels Ivanhoe (1819), Rob Roy (1817), Waverley (1814), Old Mortality (1816), The Heart of Mid-Lothian (1818), and The Bride of Lammermoor (1819), along with the narrative poems Marmion (1808) and The Lady of the Lake (1810). He had a major impact on European and American literature.
Old Mortality, Complete
In a Scotland torn by religious strife, one man dedicates his life to preserving the memory of those who died for their faith.
By Walter Scott
Old Mortality, Volume 1.
A man's life becomes extraordinary when he decides to preserve history by fixing the tombstones of a persecuted religious group.
By Walter Scott
Waverley; Or, 'Tis Sixty Years Since — Volume 1
A naive Englishman's thirst for adventure leads him into a dangerous game of politics and war amidst a divided Scotland.
By Walter Scott
The Abbot
Amidst political upheaval, a lady's act of compassion ignites a chain of events that will test love, loyalty, and the very foundations of Scottish society.
By Walter Scott
Guy Mannering
In northern England, a man's journey intertwines with astrological predictions and social tensions as he navigates a destiny seemingly written in the stars.
By Walter Scott
The Surgeon's Daughter
In early 19th century Scotland, a compassionate surgeon finds himself entangled in the dangerous secrets of a mysterious woman's hidden identity and controlling father.
By Walter Scott
The Monastery
In a time of religious change, the friendship of two men faces a test of faith, history, and mystery.
By Walter Scott
Ivanhoe: A Romance
In a kingdom divided, a valiant knight must fight for his honor, his love, and his people against the backdrop of a brewing conflict between two cultures.
By Walter Scott
Trial of Duncan Terig, alias Clerk, and Alexander Bane Macdonald for the Murder of Arthur Davis, Sergeant in General Guise's Regiment of Foot
In post-Civil War Scotland, two men stand accused of murder, their trial entangled with ghostly testimonies and the dark secrets of the Highlands.
By Walter Scott
Woodstock; or, the Cavalier
In a time of war, a royal estate becomes a battleground for those who try to hold on to power against the darkness that haunts the halls of Woodstock Manor.
By Walter Scott
The Heart of Mid-Lothian, Volume 1
In a landscape of riots and executions, a sister bravely confronts a society to save her sibling from a grim fate.
By Walter Scott
The Betrothed
Amidst clashing swords and warring factions, a prince must choose between the glory of battle and the pursuit of a forbidden love.
By Walter Scott
The Antiquary — Volume 01
In a vivid historical landscape, an eccentric scholar’s fascination with the past intertwines with the lives of those around him, revealing their social customs and human oddities.
By Walter Scott
The Fortunes of Nigel
In a time of unity between kingdoms, a young nobleman must navigate the complexities of society and his own honor while the bustling city reveals friendship, conflict, and the clash of cultures.
By Walter Scott
Life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Volume III.
** Amidst political turmoil caused by the clash between France and England, a leader's military strategies and ambitions determine not only his fate but the fate of nations.
By Walter Scott
Chronicles of the Canongate, 1st Series
Venture into Scotland's rich history and folklore through captivating tales of identity, community, and personal reflection.
By Walter Scott
The Journal of Sir Walter Scott From the Original Manuscript at Abbotsford
Go back in time and experience the world through the eyes of a famous Scottish writer, revealing a unique perspective on life, friendship, and the creative process that fueled his literary works.
By Walter Scott
The Antiquary — Volume 02
In a world of societal clashes and hidden histories, an antiquarian's life turns upside down when a discovery in ancient ruins promises to reshape fortunes and unearth long-buried secrets.
By Walter Scott
Life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Volume II.
Witness the meteoric rise of a young Corsican as he navigates revolution, banishment, and military ranks, fueled by an insatiable hunger for power and distinction.
By Walter Scott
Scott's Lady of the Lake
In the Scottish Highlands, a lost knight finds shelter with a noblewoman, unaware that their encounter will ignite a battle of love and loyalty amidst warring clans.
By Walter Scott