“It is the privilege of tale-tellers to open their story in an inn, the free rendezvous of all travellers, and where the humour of each displays itself, without ceremony or restraint.”
Quote by Walter Scott
Work
Waverley Novels: Kenilworth
Sir Walter Scott's Waverley Novels series includes 'Kenilworth,' a novel that delves into the historical events surrounding Kenilworth Castle, exploring themes of romance, politics, and social change during the 16th century. more
Author
Walter Scott
Walter Scott, born on August 15, 1771, and died on September 21, 1832, was a renowned British baronet. He is best known for his extensive literary works, particularly his historical novels and poetry. more
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“And children know, Instinctive taught, the friend and foe.”
Source: The Complete Poetry of Sir Walter Scott: The Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border, The Lady of the Lake, Translations and Imitations from German Ballads, Marmion, Rokeby, The Field of Waterloo, Harold the Dauntless, The Wild Huntsman…
“Treason seldom dwells with courage.”
Source: The Waverley novels. 25 vols.
“Without courage there cannot be truth, and without truth there can be no other virtue.”
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Source: The Complete Short Stories of Sir Walter Scott: Chronicles of the Canongate, The Keepsake Stories, The Highland Widow, The Tapestried Chamber, Halidon Hill, Auchindrane and many more: From the Great Scottish Writer, Author of Waverly, Rob Roy, Ivanhoe, The Pirate, Old Mortality, The Guy Mannering, The Antiquary, Anne of Geierstein, The Betrothed and The Talisman
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Source: Waverley Novels
“Sleep in peace, and wake in joy.”
Source: Poetical works