Description

The Ballads and Songs of Scotland, in View of Their Influence on the Character of the People is a book written by John Clark Murray in 1874. The book is a comprehensive collection of traditional Scottish ballads and songs, which are analyzed in terms of their impact on the Scottish people's character and culture. Murray explores the themes and motifs that are common in Scottish ballads, such as love, war, and death, and how they reflect the values and beliefs of Scottish society. He also examines the historical context of the ballads, tracing their origins and development over time. The book includes a detailed introduction that provides background information on Scottish ballads and their significance, as well as annotations and notes on the individual songs. Overall, The Ballads and Songs of Scotland is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish folklore, literature, and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.