Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832) was a Scottish writer generally credited with being one of the chief inventors and innovators of the historical novel. Scott was one of the first English-language writers to have a truly international career. He was immensely popular during his lifetime, and his books are still widely read today. Scott authored the noted novels Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, and Waverly.
Quentin Durward (Barnes & Noble Digital Library)
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9781411435957
- Publisher: Barnes & Noble
- Publication date: 02/22/2011
- Series: Barnes & Noble Digital Library
- Sold by: Barnes & Noble
- Format: eBook
- Pages: 588
- Sales rank: 327,077
- File size: 1 MB
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Quentin Durward has come to France to seek his fortune. While escorting the Countess Isabelle de Corye to the castle of the Bishop of Liege, Durward foils an attempt to have the Countess abducted. Murder and a desperate escape follow, and ultimately, Durward must fight a dangerous battle to win the hand of the fair lady.