Waverley

A rare and exquisite edition of one of the most famous historical novels by the great Scottish writer Walter Scott, "Waverley", printed in Paris in 1883 in French, is a true treasure of 19th-century book art. Magnificent illustrations, created by talented artists, bring the pages to life and immerse the reader in the atmosphere of a bygone era. "Waverley" is not just an adventure novel but a whole literary canvas that revives the spirit of 18th-century Scotland. The story of the young English officer Edward Waverley, who, by the will of fate, finds himself drawn into the Jacobite uprising of 1745, is filled with romance, drama, and captivating events. It is a work about patriotism, love and tragedy, high ideals and human weaknesses, making it relevant today. This novel was the first historical work in the classical sense and profoundly influenced European literature’s development. This French-language edition will allow readers to enjoy the masterpiece of one of the greatest writers and to experience the French translation, which has preserved the complexity and beauty of the original.