The Celtic Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 3, January 1876 by Various
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"The Celtic Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 3, January 1876" by Various is a collection of articles and essays written in the mid-19th century. The magazine covers a wide range of topics related to Celtic culture, history, folklore, and literature, highlighting significant figures and debates within the Celtic tradition, particularly focusing on the Ossianic controversy and the legacy of the poet Ossian. At the start of the magazine, the author delves into the
ongoing debates surrounding the authenticity and interpretation of Ossian's works, especially discussions relating to the translations made by James Macpherson. The essay examines various scholarly opinions on the themes present in Ossian’s poetry, touching upon concepts such as nature, heroism, and the supernatural, while contrasting them with scientific perspectives on the cultural narratives of the Celts. This opening sets the tone for a thoughtful and analytical exploration of Celtic literature and cultural identity, inviting readers to engage with the complexities of heritage and interpretation within the Celtic Renaissance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Macbain, Alexander, 1855-1907 |
| Editor | Macgregor, Alexander, 1806-1881 |
| Editor | Mackenzie, Alexander, 1838-1898 |
| Title |
The Celtic Magazine, Vol. 1, No. 3, January 1876 A Monthly Periodical Devoted to the Literature, History, Antiquities, Folk Lore, Traditions, and the Social and Material Interests of the Celt at Home and Abroad |
| Credits |
Produced by Tamise Totterdell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Clans -- Scotland -- Periodicals |
| Subject | Scotland -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29969 |
| Release Date | Sep 12, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 480 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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