Woodstock by Sir Walter Scott
or, The Cavalier
Set against the backdrop of the English Civil War, this historical novel explores the conflicts between Roundheads and Cavaliers, loyalty and duty, as well as love and honor. The narrative follows the Royalist family of the noble Sir Henry Lee as they struggle to protect their ancestral home, Woodstock, from the encroaching forces of the Parliamentarians. A tale of treachery and heroism, the book intertwines the lives of its characters with the tumultuous political events of the time, offering a vivid portrayal of 17th-century England and the impact of war on society and individuals alike.
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- Published
- 1826
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 5 lists:
- 100 Best Novels in the World (Published in 1899) (The Daily Telegraph)
- F. B. Perkins' List of 100 Best Fiction (LibraryThing (from The Book Lover by James Baldwin (1910)))
- Fifty Representative Historical Novels (Jonathan Nield, 1925) (A Guide to the Best Historical Novels and Tales by Jonathan Nield)
- James Baldwin, The Book Lover: A Guide to the Best Reading (1910) (Book)
- John Lubbock, The Choice of Books (1896) (The Choice of Books (Book))