In Search of Sir Walter Scott
To mark the 250th anniversary of Sir Walter Scott's birth, author Damian Barr goes in search of the legacy of one of Scotland鈥檚 great historical figures, novelists and poets.
To mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of Sir Walter Scott, author Damian Barr goes in search of the legacy and lasting influence of one of Scotland鈥檚 great historical figures, novelists and poets.
From the huge Scott monument on Princes Street Edinburgh, to Smailholm Tower in the Borders, from Loch Katrine - the setting for his most famous poem - The Lady of the Lake - to Doune Castle, a setting which continues to inspire historical novelists to this day - Damian takes us on a personal journey to discover the truth about the man, his world and his work.
With contributions from world experts: professor Alison Lumsden, Aberdeen University; novelist James Robertson; author of Scott-land Stuart Kelly and Abbotsford curator, Kirsty Archer-Thompson.
In Search of Sir Walter Scott reveals the long lasting influence of Scott and his writing, his political campaigning and his role in creating a version of Scotland we are still living with today.
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Looking through Scott's lens
Duration: 02:19
Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Presenter | Damian Barr |
Director | Lisa Fairbank |
Producer | Stewart Houston |
Executive Producer | Julie Heathcote |
Broadcasts
- Tue 10 Aug 2021 22:00
- Thu 12 Aug 2021 23:00
- Tue 31 Aug 2021 21:00
- Wed 1 Sep 2021 02:15
- Fri 3 Sep 2021 00:40
- Sun 20 Mar 2022 22:00
- Sun 11 Sep 2022 21:00
- Tue 27 Aug 2024 23:00
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