Lammermoorin morsian by Walter Scott
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| Author | Scott, Walter, 1771-1832 |
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| Translator | Krohn, Julius, 1835-1888 |
| Uniform Title | The bride of Lammermoor. Finnish |
| Title | Lammermoorin morsian |
| Note | Reading ease score: 35.3 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Lammermoorin morsian" by Walter Scott is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. Set in a tumultuous period of Scottish history, it centers around the character Lord Ravenswood, whose family has fallen from grace. The narrative unfolds themes of revenge, loss, and the complexities of social power dynamics, especially in relation to Lord Ravenswood's struggle against his usurping rival, William Ashton. At the start of the story, the desolation of Ravenswood’s once-proud family castle becomes evident, symbolizing the decline of nobility and the heritage that was once connected to Scottish history. Ravenswood's struggles intensify as he grapples with the legacy of his family's noble past, his father’s recent death, and the contempt towards Ashton, the man who now possesses what once belonged to him. Tensions rise during the funeral of Lord Ravenswood, leading to a confrontation that sets the stage for future conflict. The stage is set for a dramatic exploration of themes like loyalty and betrayal, as characters navigate the treacherous waters of ambition and revenge. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Psychological fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Scotland -- Fiction |
| Subject | Women murderers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Arranged marriage -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46133 |
| Release Date | Jun 29, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 52 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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