Popular Tales of the West Highlands Orally Collected V2

By J. F. Campbell

Book Overview

Popular Tales of the West Highlands Orally Collected V2 is a book by J.F. Campbell that contains a collection of traditional folktales from the Scottish Highlands. The stories were collected from oral tradition and were originally told in Gaelic. The book is the second volume in a series and includes tales of adventure, romance, magic, and supernatural creatures. The stories provide insight into the culture and beliefs of the people of the Scottish Highlands during the 19th century. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of folklore and Scottish history.1860. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766178757, 0766178773, 0766178781. Volume 2 of 4. This collection of West Country stories was dedicated to the son of the author's Chief, in the hope that it may add to the interest which was felt in a people of whom a large number looked with respect on Mac Callen Mor, as the head of their tribe. Amidst curious rubbish you will find sound sense if you look for it. You will find the creed of the people, as shown in their stories, to be that wisdom and courage, though weak, may overcome strength and ignorance and pride: that the most despised is often the most worthy; that small beginnings lead to great results.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: 1162622660
• ISBN13: 9781162622668
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 494 Pages
• Weight: 2.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.3" x 11.0"