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The Walter Scott Library

The Walter Scott Library

Written 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 11

    The Fortunes of Nigel Chapter 11
    Sep 20 2026
    In which the young Lord Glenvarloch encounters the spirited and worldly Lord Dalgarno, whose urbane wit and fashionable knowledge provide Nigel with a window into the London courtly and social life, contrasting greatly with his own more reserved upbringing. Their acquaintance leads them to an ordinary renowned for its elegance and gaming, where Nigel must reconcile his father’s strict injunctions with the enticing freedoms of this new environment.
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    27 mins
  • The Fortunes of Nigel Chapter 10

    The Fortunes of Nigel Chapter 10
    Sep 19 2026
    In which Lord Glenvarloch and his steadfast friends, George Heriot and the Earl of Huntinglen, navigate the complex formalities and legalities to secure funds for the redemption of his ancestral estate, amid earnest discourse on duty and fortune. Meanwhile, a budding acquaintance with Lord Dalgarno introduces a lively contrast of temperaments and prospects at Court, colouring the young lord’s reflections on honour, ambition, and the weight of inheritance.
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    39 mins
  • The Fortunes of Nigel Chapter 7

    The Fortunes of Nigel Chapter 7
    Sep 18 2026
    In which the young Lord of Glenvarloch finds himself the guest of the respectable goldsmith George Heriot, where a mysterious and melancholy lady, apparently spectral yet devout, attends evening prayers and leaves a profound impression upon him. As Nigel contemplates this singular apparition and his uncertain prospects at court, his loyal attendant Moniplies regales him with curious tales that add an air of supernatural intrigue to their London evening.
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    19 mins
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