Written by the famous Scottish author Sir Walter Scott, Lives of Eminent Novelists and Dramatists is a collection of biographical essays that explores the lives and works of numerous literary figures, including William Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes. Scott's insightful and entertaining prose provides a glimpse into the world of these great writers and their lasting impact on the literary canon.

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