An Enquiry Into The Authenticity Of The Poems Ascribed To Ossian: With A Reply To Mr. Clark's Answer. The Second Edition Corrected By W. Shaw,
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An Enquiry Into The Authenticity Of The Poems Ascribed To Ossian, by William Shaw, delves into the controversial origins of the Ossianic poems popularized by James Macpherson. This second edition, corrected by W. Shaw, engages directly with contemporary debates surrounding the poems' purported ancient roots and their literary merit.
Shaw's work meticulously examines the evidence for and against the authenticity of the poems, providing critical insights into the literary and cultural landscape of 18th-century Britain. This enquiry offers a valuable perspective on the construction of national identity, the romanticization of the past, and the enduring power of literary forgery. It remains a key text for understanding the Ossian controversy and its lasting impact on Scottish literature and European Romanticism.
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