| Author |
Jenkins, Sara D. (Sara Davis) |
| Author |
Scott, Walter, 1771-1832 |
| Title |
The Prose Marmion: A Tale of the Scottish Border
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"The Prose Marmion: A Tale of the Scottish Border" by Sara D. Jenkins is a historical novel adapted from Sir Walter Scott's original poem "Marmion," written in the early 20th century. This adaptation likely captures the romantic and adventurous themes Scott is known for while presenting a narrative suited for prose readers. The book delves into themes of chivalry, love, betrayal, and the historical conflicts between England and Scotland, set against the backdrop of the Scottish Border. The story follows Lord Marmion, a proud knight, as he embarks on a journey to Scotland under the pretense of peace but is entangled in a web of love and rivalry. Marmion has previously betrayed Ralph de Wilton, who is now in exile but has returned to clear his name and win back his love, Lady Clare. As tensions rise between the two nations, entangled with personal vendettas, Marmion's dark past catches up with him. The novel explores the interplay of honor and treachery among its characters, culminating in a dramatic climax at the Battle of Flodden, where the consequences of their choices play out on a much larger stage. The story intertwines rich character arcs and vivid descriptions, painting a compelling picture of the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Flodden, Battle of, England, 1513 -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
10778 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 20, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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