waverley
Waverley by Walter Scott is a reprint edition published by Fisicalbook in 2015, featuring 511 pages in English. This historical novel, first published in 1814, follows the journey of Edward Waverley, a young man who finds himself torn between the familiar civilization of his upbringing and the allure of an older world steeped in honor during the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745-1746.
Readers will encounter a narrative that explores themes of loyalty and identity against the backdrop of Scotland’s tumultuous history. This edition is based on the authoritative Edinburgh version, edited by Peter Garside, ensuring a faithful representation of Scott’s original work. The book delves into the complexities of personal choice amid the broader historical context, making it a significant contribution to the genre of historical fiction.
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The first historical novel and an international bestseller
Sir Walter Scott was one of the bestselling novelists of the nineteenth century and is credited with establishing the historical novel. His first novel, Waverley (1814), tells the story of Edward Waverley, a naïve young man who is posted to Scotland with his regiment. Edward must decide whether he will follow the civilization he has always known, or be drawn into an older world of honor. This edition is based on the authoritative Edinburgh version edited by Peter Garside.
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