| Author |
Scott, Walter, 1771-1832 |
| Title |
Old Mortality, Volume 1.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Mortality
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger, with assistance from an etext produced by
David Moynihan
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| Summary |
"Old Mortality, Volume 1" by Sir Walter Scott is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The book delves into the life of Robert Paterson, known as Old Mortality, who dedicates his life to restoring and maintaining tombstones of the Covenanters, a group of Scottish dissidents who suffered persecution during the reign of King Charles II. Through his character and the themes of faith and remembrance, Scott explores the larger historical context of Scotland’s turbulent religious conflicts and the passion for preserving the memories of those who faced oppression. At the start of "Old Mortality," we are introduced to the titular character, Old Mortality, who is depicted as a dedicated and somewhat eccentric figure in a graveyard, working meticulously on the tombs of the martyrs from a bygone era. His task is driven by a sense of duty to honor the fallen Covenanters, and his existence reflects the dedication of many to their religious convictions amidst oppressive rule. In the opening chapters, the narrator observes Old Mortality as he recalls the stories of the Covenanters, juxtaposing the historical narrative with the old man's personal mythology and the customs of his time, setting the stage for a rich exploration of memory, legacy, and the spirit of those who have suffered for their beliefs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Historical fiction
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| Subject |
War stories
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| Subject |
Bothwell Bridge, Battle of, Scotland, 1679 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Scotland -- History -- 1660-1688 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6939 |
| Release Date |
Aug 22, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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