Quote by Walter Scott

The Bride of Lammermoor is a novel by Sir Walter Scott, part of his Tales of My Landlord series, first published in 1819. The story is set in the Lammermuir Hills of southeastern Scotland during the early 18th century, a time of political and social upheaval following the Union of 1707. It follows the ill-fated love between Lucy Ashton, the daughter of a powerful and ambitious Scottish lord, and Edgar Ravenswood, the last heir of a once-prominent family that has fallen into ruin due to a long-standing feud with the Ashtons. Their secret engagement is threatened by Lucy's family, who pressure her into a more advantageous marriage for political gain. The novel explores themes of fate, family loyalty, and the destructive power of social and political pressures. The story is known for its Gothic atmosphere, dramatic tension, and tragic conclusion, which has inspired adaptations in opera and other media. Scott drew on Scottish folklore and historical events, though the plot is largely fictional. The book is considered a classic of historical romance and a key work in Scottish literature. more