Building Abbotsford | In Search of Sir Walter Scott

With his fame and riches, Scott built a mansion from scratch which is unheard of for a writer of that era.

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  • Clip length: 2'53''
  • Broadcast year: 2022
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  • English Literature | People in society, economy and business
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  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Scotland
  • Programme: In Search of Sir Walter Scott
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