The Myth of William Wallace - A Study of the National Hero`s Impact on Scottish History, Literature, and Modern Politics

The Myth of William Wallace examines literary examples concerning William Wallace against the background of various historical sources and evaluates the construction, the changes and the relevance of this Scottish national myth. For over 700 years, William Wallace has been fascinating people. What he achieved for his country is almost unbelievable. Already during his lifetime, Wallace’s reputation must have been legendary. Over the centuries, a powerful myth has been created around his person, which was fostered by diverse writers and even by ...