Ivanhoe was first a historical novel by Sir Walter Scott, before inspiring the legend of Robin Hood and generating multiple adaptations. This complex, 3-volumes long novel has been retold and adapted for children by Sir Edward Sullivan, in what has now become a beloved old classic for kids. Set in 12th-century England, with colourful descriptions of medieval life and adventures, Ivanhoe is a realistic and vibrant story set in a kingdom torn asunder by the hatred between Saxons and Normans. Richard the Lion-Hearted is headed home from the Third Crusade to reclaim his throne. Amid the heat of a tournament, King Richard comes to the aid of another Crusader who has returned in disguise. Wilfred of Ivanhoe also seeks to recover a lost heritage - and the hand of Lady Rowena, "a rose of loveliness, and a jewel of wealth; the fairest among a thousand."
In the tumultuous streets of 14th-century Perth, a tale of love, loyalty, and betrayal unfolds. Amidst the clash of swords and the roar of the crowd, a young woman named Catherine Glover finds herself torn between her heart and her duty. As the Fair Maid of Perth, she becomes a symbol of hope and unity, but her beauty and spirit attract both admiration and danger. With a cast of unforgettable characters, including the enigmatic Henry Gow and the ruthless Duke of Rothsay, The Fair Maid of Perth weaves a gripping historical tapestry that explores the complexities of love, honor, and the indomitable spirit of a woman in a turbulent time.
In the desolate Scottish Highlands, a mysterious figure known as the Black Dwarf haunts the bleak moorlands. With his deformed body and enigmatic past, he is both feared and pitied by the locals.
As a young woman named Isabella Vere seeks refuge from a storm, she encounters the Black Dwarf and becomes entangled in his tragic tale. Amidst the rugged landscape and ancient legends, a forbidden love blossoms, testing the boundaries of society and the limits of human compassion.
In the tumultuous era of the Middle Ages, a tale of chivalry and camaraderie unfolds. "Knight and Wamba" introduces us to Cedric the Saxon, a proud and noble lord, and his loyal jester, Wamba. As the Norman invaders threaten their land, Cedric and Wamba embark on a perilous quest to protect their people and their way of life. Along the way, they encounter a cast of unforgettable characters, from the valiant knight, Athelstane, to the cunning Lady Rowena. With wit, courage, and unwavering loyalty, Cedric and Wamba fight for their beliefs and the future of their beloved England.
Marmion is an epic poem in six cantos, written in emulation of the ancient Scottish minstrel style which was of such great interest to Scott. Unlike its predecessor, The Lay of the Last Minstrel, this one contains "introductions" to each canto, in the guise of poetic letters which serve the purpose of linking the ancient historical setting with Scott's contemporaneous society - a device which attracted some criticism.The story of Lord Marmion and his arch-enemy Harold de Wilton is told with Scott's familiar swirling dark flair, combining a complex tale of intrigue, inconstancy and deception with the historical details of the Battle of Flodden Field, in which the English forces routed those of Scotland, killing the Scottish king.
Peveril is one of Scott's Waverley novels series. It is a historical novel set in 1678 in England, and tells a story of the Popish Plot. Peveril is a Cavalier, in love with a Roundhead's daughter, but is accused of involvement with the Popish Plot.
A series of letters written by Scott on the history of witchcraft and other supernatural events in England and other locations. He documents stories and discredits them with natural causes.
Scott's The Bridal of Triermain is a rhymed, romantic, narrative poem which weaves together elements of popular English legend using dramatic themes. This beautiful poem celebrates the exploits of a knight errant - Sir Roland De Vaux - as he seeks to rescue a beautiful maiden, Gyneth. Gyneth is the illegitimate daughter of King Arthur: doomed by Merlin 500 years previously to an enchanted sleep inside a magic castle. The enchantment can only be broken by a rescuer both brave and noble enough to overcome the temptations used successively to distract and overcome him, namely: fear, wealth, pleasure and pride.
The scene of the following Poem is laid chiefly in the vicinity of Loch Katrine, in the Western Highlands of Perthshire. The time of Action includes Six Days, and the transactions of each Day occupy a Canto.
L'histoire commence en 1194. Wilfrid d'Ivanhoé rentre secrètement dans son pays, après la Croisade en Terre Sainte, et prend part à un tournoi à Ashby sous le nom de Chevalier Déshérité (Desdichado en espagnol), où il affronte Brian de Bois-Guilbert, normand et chevalier du Temple.
Ivanhoé est partisan de Richard Coeur de Lion et s'oppose au complot de Cédric de Rotherwood, dit le Saxon, nostalgique de l'Angleterre saxonne vaincue en 1066 par Guillaume de Normandie, et rêve de rétablir sur le trône de l'Angleterre Athelstane de Coningsburgh, descendant des derniers rois saxons. Dans ce but, il envisage de l'unir avec sa pupille, Lady Rowena, princesse saxonne descendant du roi Alfred. Toutefois, cette dernière est amoureuse et aimée du fils de Cédric, Wilfrid. Renié et déshérité par son père, Wilfrid s'est mis au service de Richard Coeur de Lion, qui lui a accordé en fief le manoir d'Ivanhoé, et l'a accompagné en Terre Sainte, pour participer à la croisade.
Ivanhoé, paru en décembre 1819, est le premier roman historique de l'écrivain écossais Walter Scott consacré au Moyen Âge.
Durée 34 minutes
Avec André Brunot, Henri Rollan, Jacques Pruvost, et 3 autres comédiens.
Walter Scott
(1771-1832), poète et écrivain écossais
Avocat de formation, antiquaire par goût, il parcourt l'Écosse à la recherche de son passé. Au tournant du XVIIIe et du XIXe siècles, il se lance dans la littérature, publiant des textes anciens ou appartenant à la tradition populaire autant que des poèmes de son cru, comme La Dame du lac. Puis, devant la gloire montante de Lord Byron, il se tourne vers le roman écossais, marqué par le succès de Waverley, avant d'évoluer vers le roman historique, où il brille notamment avec Ivanhoé et Quentin Durward.
"The Lady of the Lake" (1810) is a narrative poem set in the vicinity of Loch Katrine, in the Trossach region of Scotland. It is made up of six cantos, each focusing on one day. There's three main plots to this poem: a competition between three men for the love of one Ellen Douglas, a feud between James Douglas and King James V, and a war between lowland and highland Scots. This poem was incredibly influential at the time of its publication and inspired the Highland Revival movement.
An ageing singer asks for shelter at Newark Castle, and in exchange performs for his hostess the Duchess of Buccleuch the story of a 16th century border feud. The story he tells is about the so-called "Flower of Teviot," the Lady Margaret Scott of Buccleuch, who the Baron Henry of Cranstown is in love with. But whilst Henry is from the Ker Clan, Margaret is from the Scott clan, and the two families are in the midst of a vicious border war. This conflict has recently caused the death of Margaret's father, and as such, her mother is fervently against the union of the two lovers.
Scott spent a lot of his career collecting traditional ballads and studying local legends and folklore, which he masterfully weaves into this gothic romance.
"Ivanhoe" is a historical novel by Sir Walter Scott, part of the Waverley series. The action takes place during the 12th century in England, and the themes revolve mainly around chivalric romances, tournaments, trials, and religious clashes. It is the story of Sir Wilfred of Ivanhoe who is disinherited by his father for supporting the Norman king Richard the Lionheart. It is a Romantic novel of sentimentality, family issues, love, and relationships. The constant battle between good and evil, as well as between the dictates of the heart and the mind, made "Ivanhoe" one of the most influential books in English history and makes for a compelling read for fans of historical fiction and chivalric tales.
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Sir Walter Scott (1771-1832) was a Scottish novelist, poet, and historian, who is often called the father of the historical novel. He believed in the inherent decency of human beings, and tolerance was often the major theme of his work. Scott was a strong supporter of social progress as well as of the preservation of past traditions. His most famous works are "Ivanhoe", "The Talisman", "Rob Roy", and "Waverley" where he pays special attention to the realistic portrayal of characters and situations.
Anne of Geierstein, or The Maiden of the Mist (1829) is an adventure and romance novel by Sir Walter Scott. It is set in Central Europe, mainly in Switzerland, shortly after the Yorkist victory at the Battle of Tewkesbury (1471). It covers the period of Swiss involvement in the Burgundian Wars. ( Wikipedia )
An historical novel by Sir Walter Scott, part of the Tales of My Landlord series, published anonymously in 1819. Based on a true story, it is set in south-east Scotland and (in this edition) in the reign of Queen Anne, after the 1707 Acts of Union which joined Scotland and England. It tells of a tragic love affair between young Lucy Ashton and Edgar Ravenswood, her family's enemy. Lady Ashton sets out to end their engagement and make Lucy marry a man better placed politically. - Summary by Gillian Hendrie
An Elizabethan era historical novel by Scotland's master of fiction, Sir Walter Scott. With a cast of historical and created characters, including the Queen herself, Scott presents the sad history and tragic consequences of the secretive marriage of young Amy Robsart and the Earl of Leicester. (Summary by SK)
