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Explore a rich snapshot of Scottish history and literature from the early 20th century.
This volume, the second series’ third installment, gathers scholarly notes, inquiries, and correspondence on place names, ballads, biographies, and archival finds. It provides a window into how readers and editors discussed Scotland’s past a century ago, with careful editing and thoughtful commentary.
This edition offers a mix of research notes, questions from readers, and responses that illuminate topics from Gordon history to ancient inscriptions and local genealogies. It presents brief discussions, manuscript references, and pointed insights that deepen understanding of Scotland’s literary and historical record without venturing into fiction.- Curated notes and letters about Scottish families, place-names, and antiquities.
- Short analyses of ballads, inscriptions, and historical figures tied to Scotland.
- Reader inquiries paired with editor replies that trace sources and context.
- Illustrations and index entries that map the volume’s broad range of topics.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book by the author provides a comprehensive literary analysis of the Scottish folk ballad 'Creely Duff' and its variants. It explores the ballad's origins within the broader context of Scottish folklore and balladry. The author delves into the historical, social, and cultural contexts that shaped the creation and transmission of the ballad, illuminating its themes of social mobility, ambition, and the transformative power of luck. Through meticulous textual analysis, the author traces the ballad's evolution over centuries, examining its different versions and interpretations. The book offers valuable insights into the ballad's enduring appeal and its significance as a cultural artifact, shedding light on the rich tapestry of Scottish oral tradition and its influence on literature and popular culture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781527746374_0
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