The Modern Scottish Minstrel, Volume 3. by Charles Rogers

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Editor Rogers, Charles, 1825-1890
Title The Modern Scottish Minstrel, Volume 3.
The Songs of Scotland of the Past Half Century
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Summary "The Modern Scottish Minstrel, Volume 3" by Charles Rogers is a poetry collection written in the mid-19th century. This volume focuses on the songs of Scotland from the past half-century, featuring notable poets and their contributions to Scottish literature, as well as including specimens from celebrated modern Gaelic bards. The anthology aims to celebrate the rich tradition of Scottish poetry, highlighting themes such as love, nature, and national pride. The opening of this volume provides a glimpse into the works and influences of prominent Scottish poets, juxtaposing Scottish songs with those of ancient Greece. The text discusses the cultural significance of lyrical poetry in both traditions, emphasizing how Scottish poetry has often centered on themes of personal love and human emotion, contrasting with the grand narratives of Greek lyricism. Furthermore, it sets the stage for the inclusion of various songs, detailing the backgrounds of notable poets such as Allan Cunningham and David Drummond while introducing the themes of the poems that celebrate love, longing, and the landscape of Scotland. (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
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EBook-No. 19385
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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