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Rokeby is a narrative poem written by Sir Walter Scott, published in 1813. It is one of Scott's poetic romances, a genre he excelled in before turning to historical novels. The poem is set in the north of England and deals with themes of love, betrayal, and political intrigue during the time of King John. While popular in its day, Rokeby is not as widely read as Scott's later novels, such as Ivanhoe or The Waverley Novels, which solidified his reputation as the inventor of the historical novel. Scott's early work, including Rokeby, demonstrated his skill in storytelling and his deep appreciation for history and landscape.12

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