Description

Published 1906: Hardcover / Very Good Condition / Illustrated frontispiece and endpapers

Original maroon embossed cloth with gilt titles and decoration on the spine. 519 very clean and bright pages, mild speckled edges, previous owners pencil signature on the first page. Boards slightly rubbed and faded with time consistent with age. (HQ69)

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"Ivanhoe" by Sir Walter Scott is a historical novel set in 12th-century England, a time of political upheaval and conflict between the Normans and Saxons. The story follows Wilfred of Ivanhoe, a disowned Saxon knight loyal to King Richard the Lionheart, in his return to England after the Crusades. Ivanhoe finds himself entangled in a web of political intrigue, chivalric adventures, and romantic rivalry. The novel vividly depicts the tournaments, battles, and chivalry of the era, while exploring themes of national identity, social justice, and the clash of religions and cultures. Ivanhoe’s love for the beautiful Lady Rowena and his championing of the oppressed, including the Jewish character Rebecca, add layers of romantic and moral complexity to the narrative. Scott’s work is renowned for its rich historical detail, memorable characters, and its influence in shaping the modern concept of the historical novel. "Ivanhoe" is not just a tale of adventure and romance but also a significant exploration of the social and cultural dynamics of its historical setting, making it a timeless classic in literature.

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