Publisher's Synopsis
Edinburgh Under Sir Walter Scott is a book written by W. T. Fyfe that provides a comprehensive account of Edinburgh during the time of Sir Walter Scott, a renowned Scottish historical novelist, poet, and playwright. The book explores the city's cultural, social, and political landscape during the 19th century and how Scott's literary works influenced and shaped the city's identity. Fyfe delves into the various aspects of Edinburgh, such as its architecture, literature, music, and theatre, and how they were intertwined with Scott's life and works. The book also examines the impact of the Industrial Revolution on Edinburgh and how it transformed the city's economy, society, and urban landscape. Overall, Edinburgh Under Sir Walter Scott is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Scottish history, literature, and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
