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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 Hourly
Episodes
  • Ivanhoe Chapter 3

    Ivanhoe Chapter 3
    Jul 12 2026
    In which the Saxon thane Cedric prepares his rude and spacious hall for the evening meal, impatiently awaiting the return of his herdsman and the arrival of his favourite jester, whilst harbouring a proud but restless spirit in the twilight of his years. Guests of Norman descent, including a jovial Prior and a renowned yet feared Templar knight, arrive seeking lodging for the night, testing the hospitality and simmering tensions of this Saxon household.
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    21 mins
  • A Legend of Montrose

    A Legend of Montrose
    Jul 11 2026
    In which the old punctilios of military honour are illustrated by Sir James Turner’s scholastic plea that trust and faith must go hand in hand, until Cromwell’s rougher logic cuts the knot with the alternative of parole or irons.
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    7 mins
  • A Legend of Montrose Chapter XXI

    A Legend of Montrose Chapter XXI
    Jul 10 2026
    In which Annot Lyle contends with the fearful consequences of Allan M’Aulay’s passion and jealousy, while Sir Dugald Dalgetty enlists her aid to tend to the wounded Knight of Ardenvohr, leading to a dramatic encounter with the outlaw Ranald of the Mist and a startling revelation concerning her lineage. The mingling of enmity and unexpected kinship between these characters unfolds amidst the somber aftermath of conflict, with hope and doubt in equal measure stirring the hearts of all present.
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    20 mins
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