#3291

Mentioned in 13 episodes

Ivanhoe

Book • 1819

Published in 1819, 'Ivanhoe' is a historical novel that takes place in England in the 1190s, after the Norman Conquest.

The story revolves around Sir Wilfred of Ivanhoe, a Saxon knight who returns from the Crusades to find his homeland under the corrupt rule of Prince John.

Ivanhoe must navigate his forbidden love for Rowena, his father's ward, while also fighting against injustice and supporting King Richard the Lionheart.

The novel includes elements of chivalric romance, medievalism, and the struggles between Normans and Saxons, as well as the persecution of Jews.

It culminates in a trial by combat where Ivanhoe defends Rebecca, a Jewish woman accused of witchcraft, and ultimately leads to the reconciliation of Ivanhoe with his father and his marriage to Rowena.

Mentioned by

Mentioned in 13 episodes

Mentioned by

Adi Robertson

when discussing the origin of the word "freelance".

107 snips

What Trump has broken in 100 days

Mentioned by

John Podhoretz

as it contains blood libels, the foundational act of anti-Semitism in the West.

34 snips

The RFK Craziness

Mentioned as an inspiration to George R.R. Martin for tourneys and knighthood.

30 snips

‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Trailer Deep Dive

Mentioned by

Mhairi Summers

for his involvement in rediscovering the Scottish crown jewels after they were hidden for over a century.

23 snips

Edinburgh Castle

Mentioned by

Tom Scott

, explaining that Sir Walter Scott’s 1819 novel, Ivanhoe, popularized the term ‘freelancer’.

16 snips

170: Please don't!

Margaret Atwood

uses Walter Scott's "Ivanhoe" as an example of historical fiction that reflects the time in which it was written.

15 snips

Margaret Atwood on Canada, Writing, and Invention (Live at Mason)

Mentioned by

Michael Clune

as the book he was reading while experiencing his first panic attack at 15.

12 snips

984. Michael Clune

Mentioned by

John Podhoretz

, who read it and found it to be like reading Colleen Hoover

11 snips

Here's Some Stuff We Don't Like

Mentioned by Charles, noting Scott's inclusion of the Dutchman in one of his poems, with a note about its origin.

The Flying Dutchman

Mentioned by

Rory Stewart

as a childhood book he enjoyed.

201. Question Time: Could the Tories remove Rishi Sunak?

Mentioned by

Armando Iannucci

as Tony Blair's book choice on Desert Island Discs.

Three Word Slogans (with Cleo Watson)

Mentioned by

Rob Watts

as the author of the novel 'Ivanhoe' which contains a relevant quote about language.

Why is English full of French words?

Mentioned as a novel that depicts the dynamic between Christians and Jewish folks in medieval Europe.

150: Martin Luther - On the Jews and their Lies (1543)

Mentioned by Bob Dylan as one of his grammar school readings that influenced his songwriting.

The Hillbilly Thomists w/ Fr. Justin Bolger

Mentioned by

Keidrick Roy

as one of Sir Walter Scott's writings associated with the popularity of ideas of chivalry.

Keidrick Roy, "American Dark Age: Racial Feudalism and the Rise of Black Liberalism" (Princeton UP, 2024)

Mentioned by

Keidrick Roy

when discussing the popularity of Sir Walter Scott's writings and medieval nostalgia.

Keidrick Roy, "American Dark Age: Racial Feudalism and the Rise of Black Liberalism" (Princeton UP, 2024)

Mentioned by

Keidrick Roy

to illustrate the growing nostalgia for ideas of chivalry in the early 1800s.

Keidrick Roy, "American Dark Age: Racial Feudalism and the Rise of Black Liberalism" (Princeton UP, 2024)

Mentioned by

Janine Barchas

in comparison to Jane Austen's enduring fame.

Janine Barchas on the Lost Books of Jane Austen

Mentioned by Christopher Barnett as a long adventure story.

JUST FYI POD: CULTURE: "Ten Novels That Changed Our Lives: #2"

Mentioned by

Sebastian Major

as the super famous novel where Sir Walter Scott put Robin of Loxley.

OFH Throwback - Episode #50 - Was There a Real Robin Hood? (Part II)

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!

Get the app