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The Walter Scott Library

The Walter Scott Library

著者： 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
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  • Waverley Volume 1 Chapter XXXV - A Volunteer Sixty Years Since

    Waverley Volume 1 Chapter XXXV - A Volunteer Sixty Years Since
    2026/03/07
    In which Major Melville encounters a solemn party of armed men led by the fervent and somewhat fanatical Mr. Gilfillan, whose zeal and rigorous discipline contrast starkly with the ragged appearance and lack of military order among his followers. Despite a courteous exchange and advice on proper conduct during their escort, a tension of pride and principle underlies their parting, as Waverley embarks on a guarded journey with this peculiar company.
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    8 分
  • Waverley Volume 1 Chapter XXXIV - Things Mend a Little

    Waverley Volume 1 Chapter XXXIV - Things Mend a Little
    2026/03/07
    In which Mr. Waverley receives a gracious invitation to dine with Major Melville, whose initially stern view softens upon reconsidering various reports of the Highlanders' movements and their probable intentions. The evening unfolds with lively conversation and hospitality, momentarily lightened by a curious incident involving the town-drummer’s attempt to accompany the summons with an improvised and rather unconventional beat.
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    6 分
  • Waverley Volume 1 Chapter XXXIII - A Confidant

    Waverley Volume 1 Chapter XXXIII - A Confidant
    2026/03/06
    In which the young Mr. Waverley wakes troubled by the grim uncertainties of his predicament, reflecting on loyalty, honour, and the harsh judgments of men, whilst a kindly Presbyterian clergyman named Morton visits with offers of discreet assistance and sympathetic counsel. Their conversation reveals a world divided by faith and faction, and though Waverley feels the weight of suspicion, he experiences a fleeting solace in the kindness of this new confidant, who promises to strive for justice amidst the turbulences of rebellion.
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    13 分
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