'Ivanhoe' by Walter Scott is a classic historical novel set in 12th century England during the reign of Richard the Lion Heart. The story revolves around the conflict between Normans and Saxons, with a focus on the chivalry, adventures, and social divisions of the time. The plot includes elements such as knights returning from the Crusades, a love triangle, and the trial of a young Jewess for witchcraft. The writing style of the book is described as wordy, rich in English language, and filled with detailed descriptions that paint a vivid landscape of the medieval era.
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Triggers such as anti-Semitism and violence are prevalent throughout the novel.
Has Romance?
The book features elements of romance, particularly in the love interests surrounding Ivanhoe and the conflict between Rowena and Rebecca.
From The Publisher:
This, one of the great works of fiction, is of historical value for its graphic picture of the Saxons and Normans in England after the Norman occupation of the land. The tournament at Ashby, the siege of Torquilstone, the trial of Rebecca, the Jewess,-these are a few incidents in this story "of the days of old When knights were bold." Robin Hood, under the name of Locksley the yeoman, appears as one of the characters.
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This was a re-read, even if I just read it a year ago it felt like it was forever ago I read it. The idea sounds interesting but find this to be one of the dullest and dustiest classics I've read upon a reread. Not my cup of tea
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3.5 stars. Ivanhoe was one of the first classics I tried to read I few years ago and failed misearble, but now when I'm much more invested in classics I decided to give it a try. It's an good story but one of those classics that feels much a fiction of its time and not as timeless as some other, bit overall I did enjoy it but wasn't anything amazing about it.
What can you read after
Ivanhoe?
About the Author:
Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832) wrote many works that are today considered classics of English literature. His body of work is impressive, including non-fiction, plays, poems, novels and short stories, many of which were published to a good reception. His famous novels include Waverley (1814), Old Mortality (1816), Rob Roy (1817) and Ivanhoe (1819). One of his best-known poems is 'The Lady of the Lake' (1810).
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