The Pirate by Walter Scott
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| Author | Scott, Walter, 1771-1832 |
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| Editor | Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912 |
| Title |
The Pirate
Andrew Lang Edition |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by sp1nd and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (http: //archive.org) |
| Summary | "The Pirate" by Sir Walter Scott is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The story appears to center around themes of adventure, romance, and the intricate dynamics of class relations in the Orkney and Shetland Islands. The narrative introduces a cast of characters, including the enigmatic Basil Mertoun and the appealing Troil sisters, Minna and Brenda, intertwining their lives with the mysterious pirate, John Gow. At the start of the tale, the setting is vividly described, highlighting the rugged beauty and isolation of the islands. We are introduced to Mr. Mertoun, who has settled in Jarlshof, a dilapidated estate, and exhibits a reclusive demeanor that captivates the curiosity of the locals, particularly the charming sisters. There is tension hinted at through swirling rumors and the looming figure of the pirate Gow, setting the stage for intrigue. The opening captures a glimpse of the social fabric of the islanders and their intricate web of relationships, foreshadowing the charming encounters and potential conflicts that are likely to unfold as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Shipwreck survival -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Landlord and tenant -- Fiction |
| Subject | Pirates -- Fiction |
| Subject | Kidnapping -- Fiction |
| Subject | Orkney (Scotland) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Shetland (Scotland) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42389 |
| Release Date | Mar 23, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 298 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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