Ivanhoe: A Romance

Set in medieval England after the Norman Conquest, Ivanhoe follows the return of a disinherited knight caught between loyalty to king and loyalty to family. Tournaments blaze, castles fall, and hidden outlaws shape the fate of nations. Yet beneath the armor and banners lies a deeper story—one of divided peoples struggling to live together.

Sir Walter Scott blends historical realism with legendary adventure, creating a world where Saxon and Norman, Christian and Jew, king and outlaw collide. Characters such as the noble Ivanhoe, the proud Cedric, the brave Rebecca, and the legendary Robin Hood bring human emotion to a time of political chaos.

This illustrated edition presents Scott’s masterpiece in a form designed for modern readers. Alongside the original text are newly commissioned illustrations, a fresh foreword explaining the novel’s historical meaning, and a concise biography of the author’s life and work.

Whether read as romance, history, or heroic epic, Ivanhoe remains a timeless exploration of honor, justice, and identity.