Quentin Durward

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Scott, Walter, 1771-1832

Contributor:

Defauconpret, A.-J.-B. (Auguste-Jean-Baptiste), 1767-1843.

Language:

French

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Quentin Durward" by Walter Scott is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The book is set during the late 15th century and explores the complexities of power dynamics in France, focusing on the character of Quentin Durward, a young Scot who seeks adventure and finds himself embroiled in the political intrigues of the era. The narrative is rich with the themes of loyalty, ambition, and the contrast between nobility and commoners. The opening of the story sets the stage with a detailed introduction that establishes the historical context of late 15th-century France, marked by political struggles, social upheaval, and the rising power of the monarchy under Louis XI. The narrative describes a youthful traveler, Quentin Durward, approaching a royal castle and hints at the adventures and challenges he will soon face. There is a rich focus on the environment, detailing the picturesque yet tumultuous backdrop against which Quentin's journey will unfold, along with an introduction to major historical figures and the social issues of the time, such as feudal conflicts and mercenary armies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quentin_Durward

Release date is 2006-07-13