Legends Of The Isles And Highland Gatherings (1857)

By Charles Mackay

Book Overview

Legends of the Isles and Highland Gatherings is a book written by Charles Mackay and published in 1857. The book is a collection of stories and legends from the Scottish Isles and Highlands, including tales of fairies, witches, and other supernatural beings. Mackay draws from a variety of sources, including Gaelic folklore and oral traditions, to create a vivid and engaging portrait of the rich cultural heritage of Scotland. The book also includes descriptions of traditional Highland gatherings, such as the Highland Games, and provides insights into the customs and traditions of the Scottish people. Overall, Legends of the Isles and Highland Gatherings is a fascinating glimpse into the history and folklore of Scotland, and is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish culture and mythology.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: 1104244489
• ISBN13: 9781104244484
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"