McLeod, Wilson

Duanaire na Sracaire: Songbook of the Pillagers: Anthology of Scotland's Gaelic Verse to 1600

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ISBN 13:
9781912476787
author:
McLeod, Wilson
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Birlinn, Limited
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
572
Dimensions:
6.15(w) x 9.20(h) x (d)
Genre:
Literature Ancient Literature
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£24.61

Description

Duanaire na Sracaire: Songbook of the Pillagers is a groundbreaking anthology that brings together Scotland's Gaelic poetry from the 6th to 17th centuries. This collection showcases a diverse range of poetry, including prayers, hymns, courtly songs, and satires, as well as songs of battle and death, incantations, and love poems. The poems are accompanied by facing-page translations, which capture the spirit and beauty of the originals, and are supported by detailed notes. A comprehensive introduction sets the context and analyses the role and functions of poetry in Gaelic society, providing a rich understanding of this vital part of Scotland's literary heritage. This anthology will appeal to poetry lovers, Gaelic speakers, and those interested in exploring Scotland's rich cultural heritage.

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