Poems and Ballads: With a Memoir by Sir W. Scott, and Suppl. by R. White

By Sir Walter Scott and Andrew Lang

Book Overview

Discover the rich tapestry of early 19th-century Scottish verse in "Poems And Ballads," a collection showcasing the talent of John Leyden. This edition features a biographical memoir by the esteemed Sir Walter Scott, offering invaluable insights into Leyden's life and work, further supplemented by R. White. Leyden's poetry captures the spirit of his time, blending traditional ballad forms with Romantic sensibilities.

Explore themes of nature, love, and heroism, all rendered with Leyden's distinctive voice. This volume not only preserves Leyden's poetic legacy but also provides a window into the literary circles of his era, guided by Scott's informed perspective. "Poems And Ballads" stands as a testament to Leyden's contribution to Scottish literature and a tribute to the enduring power of poetry.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1248801296
• ISBN13: 9781248801291
• Release Date: April 2012
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.4" x 9.7"