Among The Old Scotch Minstrels: Studying Their Ballads Of War, Love, Social Life, Folklore, And Fairyland (1888)

By William M'Dowall and William McDowall

Book Overview

""Among The Old Scotch Minstrels"" is a book written by William McDowall and published in 1888. The book provides a comprehensive study of the ballads of Scotland, particularly those related to war, love, social life, folklore, and fairyland. McDowall delves into the history and origins of these ballads, tracing their evolution over time and exploring their cultural significance. He also examines the lives of the minstrels who composed and performed these ballads, providing insights into their personal lives and artistic practices. McDowall's work is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Scottish ballads and their role in Scottish culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437477267
• ISBN13: 9781437477269
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"