MacLellan, Angus

Stories from South Uist

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ISBN 13:: 9781912476756
author:: MacLellan, Angus
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Birlinn, Limited
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2019
Pages:: 296
Dimensions:: 5.10(w) x 7.80(h) x (d)
Genre:: Local History
Condition:: New
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Angus MacLellan's Stories from South Uist is an extraordinary collection of tales that showcase the rich storytelling traditions of the Gaelic-speaking world. Translated by John Lorne Campbell, this book brings to life stories from every corner of South Uist, including Fingalian heroes, ghost stories, and humorous local anecdotes. These tales are not only entertaining but also offer a fascinating glimpse into the myths and legends of Ireland, Scandinavia, France, and Greece. The Hebridean island of South Uist was once a place where storytelling was deeply honoured and practised, and Campbell's translations capture the oral tradition at its source with remarkable originality and hypnotic power. With its unique blend of narrative power and cultural insight, Stories from South Uist is a captivating read that will appeal to anyone interested in folklore, mythology, or simply great storytelling.

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