| Author |
Scott, Walter, 1771-1832 |
| Title |
Peveril of the Peak
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peveril_of_the_Peak
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| Credits |
Produced by Emma Wong Shee, John Bickers, Dagny, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Peveril of the Peak" by Sir Walter Scott is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative sets a dramatic backdrop against the tumultuous times of the English Civil War, focusing on the character of Sir Geoffrey Peveril, a Royalist who fights loyally for King Charles. The story intricately weaves themes of loyalty, social status, and the complexities of civil and political strife, exemplified through the contrast between Sir Geoffrey and his neighbor, the Presbyterian Major Bridgenorth. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the history of the Peveril family, descending from a former lord who distinguished himself in the Battle of Hastings. This lineage culminates in Sir Geoffrey during the reign of Charles II, portraying a character who sought honor in battle but faces personal tragedies amid the civil conflicts. The opening portion details his tumultuous experiences in the war, his love for Lady Stanley, and the shifting dynamics of power and friendship between him and Major Bridgenorth, who represents the opposing faction. Their relationship serves as a microcosm of the broader societal tensions, highlighting their past camaraderie and current political ideologies, which set the stage for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5959 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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