Ivanhoe (2/4) by Walter Scott

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Author Scott, Walter, 1771-1832
Translator Montémont, Albert, 1788-1861
Title Ivanhoe (2/4)
Le retour du croisé
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Summary "Ivanhoe" by Walter Scott is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The story is set in medieval England and revolves around the character of Wilfred of Ivanhoe, a knight who seeks to reclaim his honor and win the affection of Lady Rowena, all while navigating the political tensions between Saxons and Normans as well as the complexities of chivalric values and loyalty. The opening of "Ivanhoe" introduces the character Gurth, a loyal Saxon swineherd, who finds himself in a dangerous situation while traveling through the dark outskirts of Ashby. He is threatened by a band of robbers demanding his money but manages to find a clever way to escape by engaging in a duel proposed by the gang leader. The scene sets the tone for the novel, showcasing themes of bravery, loyalty, and the danger present in the feudal society of medieval times. Additionally, the text hints at the deeper conflicts between the Saxons and Normans, as well as Ivanhoe's eventual rise as a central figure in this complex narrative filled with tournament contests and the struggle for identity and legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Knights and knighthood -- Fiction
Subject Love stories
Subject Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Richard I, 1189-1199 -- Fiction
Subject Jews -- England -- Fiction
Subject Ivanhoe, Wilfred of, Sir (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
Subject Anglo-Saxons -- Fiction
Subject Normans -- Great Britain -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 34332
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 26, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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