Sir Walter Scott: A Lecture at the Sorbonne

William Paton Ker (1855–1923) was an influential Scottish literary scholar and critic, who left an indelible mark on English and Scottish literary studies. Specializing in the literature of the Renaissance and the Middle Ages, Ker is best known for his work on epic and romance literature, as well as his insightful critiques on individual authors. His lecture on Sir Walter Scott, titled 'Sir Walter...