The Lady of the Lake Paperback - 2021
by Scott Walter Sir; Contribution by Mint Editions
About this book
The Lady of the Lake marked the pinnacle of Scott's popularity as a poet. With 25,000 copies sold in eight months, it broke all records for the sale of poetry. Known as a romantic poem, it tells about love and honor amidst a bitter rivalry between King James V and the Douglas family. The book is set in the Trossachs region of Scotland and it is composed of six cantos, each concern the action of a single day.
From the rear cover
The exiled Douglas clan seeks shelter while feuding with King James V. The Lady of the Lake, by Sir Walter Scott, is a narrative poem first published in 1810. It was a record-breaking success that solidified the author's literary career. It also played an integral role in Scotland's Highland Revival.
First Edition Identification
The first edition of The Lady of the Lake was published on 8 May 1810 in Edinburgh by John Ballantyne and Co., and in London on 16 May by Longman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme, and William Miller. The price was two guineas (£2 2s or £2.10), and 2000 copies were printed. Features a contemporary binding of half dark brown calf, gilt-panelled spine, and marbled boards.
Details
- Title The Lady of the Lake
- Author Scott Walter Sir; Contribution by Mint Editions
- Binding Paperback
- Pages 160
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Mint Editions
- Date 2021-02-01
- ISBN 9781513271170 / 1513271172
- Weight 0.37 lbs (0.17 kg)
- Dimensions 8 x 5 x 0.35 in (20.32 x 12.70 x 0.89 cm)
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Themes
- Cultural Region: British
- Cultural Region: Scottish
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