Background For Literature: The Lady Of The Lake.

Duration: 11 min.

Year Published: 1949

Creator: Coronet Films

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Sound: sound

Credits: David A. Smart (producer); J. Paul Leonard

Description: Scottish scenes are used to illustrate excerpts from Sir Walter Scott’s poem “Lady of the lake”. The film, which includes a brief outline of the author’s life, is intended to demonstrate the concept that literature has its roots in actual places and people.

Complete Record: BACKGROUND FOR LITERATURE: THE LADY OF THE LAKE. Coronet, c1949. 11 min., sd., b&w, 16mm. Summary: Scenes of the Scottish countryside and the historic landmarks described in Scott's poem. Teaches that literature has its roots in actual places, people, and events. For high school students. Credits: Educational collaborator, J. Paul Leonard. © David A. Smart; 10May49; MP4243.

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