Walter Scott

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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1. When was Walter Scott born?August 15, 1771
2. When did Walter Scott die?September 21, 1832 (age 61)
3. Where was Walter Scott born?Edinburgh, Scotland
4. What is Walter Scott known for?Establishing the historical novel genre and authoring seminal works of European Romanticism
5. What is the career?Novelist, poet, historian, advocate, Clerk of Session, Sheriff-Depute
6. What is the major poems?Marmion, The Lady of the Lake

Historical Novel: A literary genre characterized by fictional narratives set in a specific historical period, often incorporating historical figures and events.
European Romanticism: An artistic, literary, musical, and intellectual movement characterized by an emphasis on emotion, individualism, and glorification of the past and nature.
Advocate: A legal professional in Scotland who pleads cases in court; equivalent to a barrister or attorney.
Genre: A category of artistic composition, defined by a particular style, form, or subject matter.