Iris's review
Ivanhoe (Penguin Classics)
by Walter Scott
Iris's review
Ivanhoe (Penguin Classics) by Walter Scott
Iris's review
rating:
recommended for: Those who possess that rare quality - patience
Definitely a classic ... but rather slow.
The characters are very much separated into the 'Good/Evil' category, so don't count on a realistic portrayal of human beings, nor an account of Ivanhoe's psychological story. Do expect, however, a strong story and some good descriptions of the English countryside (should you care for that sort of thing).
At 500+ pages, it's not a quick, nor an easy read. I recommend you read the first 30 or 40 pages before deciding if you want to continue. As with the majority of books at the time, the beginning is rather slow.
Conclusion: Patience is a virtue with respect to Ivanhoe.
The characters are very much separated into the 'Good/Evil' category, so don't count on a realistic portrayal of human beings, nor an account of Ivanhoe's psychological story. Do expect, however, a strong story and some good descriptions of the English countryside (should you care for that sort of thing).
At 500+ pages, it's not a quick, nor an easy read. I recommend you read the first 30 or 40 pages before deciding if you want to continue. As with the majority of books at the time, the beginning is rather slow.
Conclusion: Patience is a virtue with respect to Ivanhoe.
