
Lay of the Last Minstrel
'Lay of the Last Minstrel' Summary
The poem begins with an aging minstrel seeking hospitality at Newark Castle. In return for his hospitality, the minstrel tells the tale of the feud between the Scott and Ker clans. The minstrel's tale is a complex and tragic one, involving love, betrayal, and revenge. The poem ends with the minstrel's death, but his tale continues to be told, reminding people of the horrors of war and the importance of peace.Book Details
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Sir Walter Scott
Scotland
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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