The Modern Scottish Minstrel, Volume 6. by Charles Rogers
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About this eBook
| Editor | Rogers, Charles, 1825-1890 |
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| Title |
The Modern Scottish Minstrel, Volume 6. The Songs of Scotland of the Past Half Century |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner, Ted Garvin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Modern Scottish Minstrel, Volume 6" by Charles Rogers is a collection of Scottish songs and poetry written in the mid-19th century. This volume is part of a larger work that spans six volumes, showcasing the lyrical contributions of various Scottish poets over the past half-century, along with memoirs and biographical sketches. The collection celebrates the rich heritage of Scottish songwriting and the emotional depth of its themes, reflecting on love, nature, and national pride through the voices of both recognized and lesser-known bards. The opening of the volume introduces several notable Scottish poets and their works, highlighting the enduring connection between the songs and the landscape of Scotland. It discusses the cultural significance of Scottish song and the influence of historical events on its development, such as the War of Independence and the Reformation. Among the featured poets, the text emphasizes Charles Mackay for his ability to encapsulate patriotic sentiments and emotional experiences in his lyrics. The opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of each poet's contributions, demonstrating how their works resonate with the sentiments of the Scottish people and capture the essence of their shared experiences and struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Scotland -- Poetry |
| Subject | Songs, Scottish Gaelic -- Texts |
| Subject | Scottish Gaelic poetry -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22229 |
| Release Date | Aug 3, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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