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The Walter Scott Library

The Walter Scott Library

By: 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 Hourly
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  • The Fortunes of Nigel Chapter 20
    Sep 23 2026
    In which the noble and sorrowful Lady Hermione, moved by a shared sense of passion and peril, relates to Margaret the grievous tale of her own ill-starred love and trial, unfolding amidst the intrigues of foreign courts and conventual captivity. As they await the outcome of a critical financial transaction, their mutual hopes and anxieties intertwine, shaded by the quiet virtues of patience and steadfast devotion.
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    32 mins
  • The Fortunes of Nigel Chapter 18
    Sep 22 2026
    In which we leave Nigel momentarily to witness the visit of the spirited young Margaret Ramsay to the reclusive Lady Hermione, whose mysterious life and guarded seclusion have long been the subject of neighbourhood wonder and conjecture. This meeting reveals a delicate interplay of youthful vivacity and solemn counsel within the shadowed chambers of a once-sacred retreat, setting the stage for confidences and support borne of trust and discretion.
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    20 mins
  • The Fortunes of Nigel Chapter 16
    Sep 21 2026
    In which Lord Glenvarloch confronts Lord Dalgarno in the Royal Park over a perceived injury, leading to a passionate quarrel with serious consequences that compel him to seek refuge in the notorious sanctuary of Whitefriars. There, he finds unexpected assistance from the spirited and worldly Reginald Lowestoffe, whose local knowledge offers a glimmer of hope amidst the disreputable surrounds.
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    24 mins
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