The Modern Scottish Minstrel, Volume 5. by Charles Rogers
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| Editor | Rogers, Charles, 1825-1890 |
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| Title |
The Modern Scottish Minstrel, Volume 5.
The Songs of Scotland of the Past Half Century |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Modern Scottish Minstrel, Volume 5" by Charles Rogers is a collection of poems and songs that celebrates Scottish lyrical tradition, reflecting on the cultural and historical significance of Scottish song over the past half-century. Written in the mid-19th century, this volume likely serves as a tribute to the poets and bards who have shaped Scotland’s literary heritage, including notable modern Gaelic poets as well. Through its verses, the work aims to capture the essence of Scottish life, love, and landscape. The opening of this volume introduces the theme of the invaluable heritage of Scottish lyrics, elaborating on the wealth of lyrical compositions that arise from the hearts of the people. The author suggests that the vast collections of songs preserved speak to the passion and vibrancy of Scotland's cultural memory, lamenting the many works that have been lost to time. Rogers conveys a nostalgic tone as he reflects on the significance of community and personal connections within these songs, culminating in a poignant description of the "good Duke James" and the affectionate rapport between him and the people of Tweed. This sets the stage for a rich exploration of Scottish lyrical expression that captures both the joyousness and the sorrows of its people. (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. | 22142 |
| Release Date | Jul 25, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 147 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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