What is recorded here
This stone commemorative plaque records: In this house Sir Walter Scott lived from 1802 to 1826
Sir Walter Scott was a renowned Scottish historical novelist, poet, and historian; he is remembered for his significant contributions to the development of the historical novel genre and for popularizing Scottish culture and history.
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