A Legend of Montrose

by Walter Scott

Overview

'A Legend of Montrose' is set in Scotland at the time of the English Civil War, and deals with the expansion of that war into the Scottish Highlands, and the plight of outnumbered Royalists in the wintertime mountains.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781479186518
Publisher:	CreateSpace Publishing
Publication date:	08/25/2012
Pages:	218
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832) was a Scottish novelist, poet, playwright, and historian who also worked as a judge and legal administrator. Scott’s extensive knowledge of history and his exemplary literary technique earned him a role as a prominent author of the romantic movement and innovator of the historical fiction genre. After rising to fame as a poet, Scott started to venture into prose fiction as well, which solidified his place as a popular and widely-read literary figure, especially in the 19th century. Scott left behind a legacy of innovation, and is praised for his contributions to Scottish culture.