EPISODE · Apr 11, 2026 · 32 MIN
The Antiquary Volume I - Editor's Introduction
from The Walter Scott Library · host Sir Walter Scott
In which the reader is introduced to the genesis and rich historical context of *The Antiquary*, a novel deeply infused with the author’s own lifelong passion for antiquarian pursuits and Scottish heritage. The narrative unfolds with reflections on the characters’ inspirations, the novel’s reception, and the author’s affectionate portrayal of a wide range of society against the backdrop of patriotic fervour and the mysteries of the past.
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In which the reader is introduced to the genesis and rich historical context of *The Antiquary*, a novel deeply infused with the author’s own lifelong passion for antiquarian pursuits and Scottish heritage. The narrative unfolds with reflections on the characters’ inspirations, the novel’s reception, and the author’s affectionate portrayal of a wide range of society against the backdrop of patriotic fervour and the mysteries of the past.
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