
Bride of Lammermoor
'Bride of Lammermoor' Summary
The Bride of Lammermoor tells the story of Lucy Ashton, a young woman from a wealthy and powerful family, and Edgar Ravenswood, a poor but proud landowner. Their love is forbidden by Lucy's family, who are determined to marry her to a wealthier suitor. Despite the obstacles, Lucy and Edgar continue to meet in secret, but their affair is ultimately doomed to failure. The Bride of Lammermoor is a classic work of Scottish literature, and its tragic love story has been adapted into numerous films and operas.Book Details
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Sir Walter Scott
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Sir Walter Scott, 1st Baronet was a Scottish historical novelist, poet, playwright, and historian. Many of his works remain classics of both English-language literature and Scottish literature. F...
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