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The Walter Scott Library

The Walter Scott Library

By: Sir Walter Scott
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The Walter Scott Library brings the great historical novels of Sir Walter Scott to life through complete, immersive readings. Journey through chivalry, clan loyalty, and the dramatic landscapes of Scotland and medieval Britain - one chapter at a time. Whether you’re rediscovering classics like Ivanhoe and Waverley or exploring Scott for the first time, this podcast offers a rich literary escape into the past.Public domain
Episodes
  • Rob Roy Volume 2 Chapter 4

    Rob Roy Volume 2 Chapter 4
    May 27 2026
    In which a young poet, laden with foreboding and driven by a mysterious summons, encounters a silent stranger who leads him through the solemn and shadowy streets of Glasgow to a prison, promising revelations of imminent peril. The evening’s solemnity and the city’s austere Sabbath observances form a fitting backdrop to this strange and suspenseful meeting, where trust and danger are delicately balanced.
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    25 mins
  • Rob Roy Volume 1 Chapter 17

    Rob Roy Volume 1 Chapter 17
    May 26 2026
    In which the narrator, driven by secret curiosity and a desire to protect, attempts to unveil the mysterious confidences of Miss Vernon, only to encounter her resolute defiance and a bittersweet declaration of friendship bounded by circumstance and honour. Amidst this delicate exchange, a letter arrives bearing grave tidings of his father's affairs, prompting a sudden summons that marks the beginning of an urgent and uncertain journey.
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    24 mins
  • Rob Roy Volume 2 Chapter 2

    Rob Roy Volume 2 Chapter 2
    May 27 2026
    In which the narrator and his guide traverse the legal intricacies and social customs of Scottish towns, arriving at Glasgow where the city's rustic character and solemn cathedral command their attention. Amidst reflections on the fusion of ancient traditions and emerging commerce, they prepare to witness the devout observance of the Sabbath in a place of austere worship.
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    17 mins
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