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Jenni Calder

    Jenni Calder, writing as Jenni Daiches, is an author of novels and poetry. Her work often delves into Scottish history and culture, exploring the complexities of human experience through her prose and verse. Calder's writing is recognized for its stylistic refinement and insightful exploration of character psychology. Her narratives offer readers engaging perspectives on both the past and the present.

    Sir Walter Scott's Waverley
    Scotland in Trust
    Robert Louis Stevenson. Everyman's Poetry
    Huxley: Brave New World and Orwell: Nineteen Eighty-Four
    • 2025

      Sir Walter Scott's Waverley

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      This new edition of Sir Walter Scott's classic Waverley offers a fresh adaptation tailored for contemporary readers. Jenni Calder revitalizes the narrative, making it more accessible while preserving the original's spirit. The story explores themes of identity and belonging against the backdrop of Scottish history, featuring rich characters and vivid landscapes. This version aims to engage a new audience with its historical depth and emotional resonance, inviting readers to experience the journey of its protagonist in a modern context.

      Sir Walter Scott's Waverley
    • 1997

      EVERYMAN'S POETRY Poems for children, ballads for his friends in the South Seas, poetic tales of Scotland are included in this selection of Stevenson's poetry. This new series of the world's greatest poetry features the hallmarks of Everyman top-quality production and reader-friendly design along with helpful notes and critiques. Each edition is also a great value, especially for those readers beginning to explore the work of these remarkable poets.

      Robert Louis Stevenson. Everyman's Poetry