Walter Scott

The Betrothed

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Produktbeschreibung

The Betrothed (1825) is one of the Waverley novels by Sir Walter Scott. Set in the Welsh Marches in the 12th century it is the first of two Tales of the Crusaders, the second being The Talisman. Parts of the novel were incorporated into Francesco Maria Piave's libretto for Giuseppe Verdi's 1857 opera, Aroldo, itself a re-working of an earlier Verdi opera, Stiffelio. At the beginning of April 1824, two months before he completed Redgauntlet, Scott envisaged that it would be followed by a four-volume publication containing two tales, at least one of which would be based on the Crusades. He began composition of the first story, The Betrothed, in June, but progress was to be excruciatingly slow. Initially the problem was numerous interruptions with visitors to Abbotsford. By mid-August proofs had only passed the middle of the first volume and in September Scott was able to write only sporadically, so that the first volume was not complete until early October. Then there were objections to the novel from James Ballantyne, and it is likely that at some point in the autumn Scott changed course and began the companion novel The Talisman. On 17 December it was actually decided that The Betrothed should be formally laid aside, though the second volume was well advanced, and the sheets already printed were sealed up. In mid-February 1825 the December decision was rescinded and composition was complete by mid-March, though Scott returned to the work to adjust the conclusion at the beginning of June. Like all of Scott's novels The Betrothed is full of literary echoes, particularly from medieval romances. For the prominent Welsh element he made considerable use of two sources, one dating from the twelfth century, the other a product of his own time: the translation by Sir Richard Colt Hoare from the original Latin of The Itinerary of Archbishop Baldwin through Wales by Giraldus Cambrensis (1806), and The Cambrian Biography by William Owen (1803). (wikipedia.org)

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Bibliotech Press
• Seitenzahl: 276
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juni 1857
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 452g
• ISBN-13: 9781636371986
• ISBN-10: 1636371981
• Artikelnr.: 60914949

Autorenporträt

Sir Walter Scott, born on August 15, 1771, in Edinburgh, Scotland, was a seminal figure in the Romantic literature movement and is renowned for his contributions as a novelist, poet, and historian. His notable works include Ivanhoe, Rob Roy, and Waverley, which are celebrated for their vivid depictions of Scottish and European history. Scott's literary career began with translations and led to a revolution in historical writing that blended historical fact with fiction, greatly influencing both European and American literature.Educated as a lawyer, Scott's legal career intertwined with his writing; he served as a Clerk of Session and Sheriff-Depute of Selkirkshire, integrating his deep knowledge of Scottish culture and legal insights into his writing. He was also an active member of various scholarly societies in Edinburgh, contributing to his stature as a leading intellectual figure in Scottish society. His works not only entertain but provide insightful commentary on the social issues of his time, including the challenges of the Scottish Highlands and the preservation of Scottish cultural heritage.Scott's personal life was marked by a profound love for his homeland, which is evident in the detailed and affectionate portrayal of the Scottish landscape and traditions in his works. He married Charlotte Carpenter and had several children. Scott's literary legacy endures, with his innovations in the historical novel genre laying the groundwork for future writers and continuing to captivate readers around the world.