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Highland Myths and Legends
George W. Macpherson
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Description for Highland Myths and Legends
Paperback. This collection of stories convey the imagination, hopes, fears, and passions of an ancient people. The personalities and culture of people long gone are brought to life by the storyteller's words. Series: Luath Storyteller. Num Pages: 154 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKSH; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 178 x 137 x 13. Weight in Grams: 148.
Storytelling is a traditional art form which has survived through the centuries and is still being enjoyed today. These tales of Celtic Heroes, Magicians and Vikings were originally told around 200 AD, and have been passed down orally, often verbatim, through generations of storytellers. The oldest Gaelic storybook, dating 260 AD, is preserved in the Housemann Museum in Switzerland and contains many of the stories which are recounted today. The whole idea of the preservation of the Scottish culture is at the root of this fascinating tradition, with established storytellers taking on apprentices until the Disarming Act of 1746 made ... Read more
Storytelling is a traditional art form which has survived through the centuries and is still being enjoyed today. These tales of Celtic Heroes, Magicians and Vikings were originally told around 200 AD, and have been passed down orally, often verbatim, through generations of storytellers. The oldest Gaelic storybook, dating 260 AD, is preserved in the Housemann Museum in Switzerland and contains many of the stories which are recounted today. The whole idea of the preservation of the Scottish culture is at the root of this fascinating tradition, with established storytellers taking on apprentices until the Disarming Act of 1746 made ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Luath Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
154
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Series
Luath Storyteller
Condition
New
Weight
147g
Number of Pages
154
Place of Publication
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781842820643
SKU
V9781842820643
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-32
About George W. Macpherson
Author of Highland Myths and Legends, George W. MacPherson has followed the oral traditions handed down through generations of his family, and has become one of the best known traditional storytellers in Scotland. George's storytelling technique is both memorable and distinctive, capable of captivating any audience, young or old, all over the world. George has also published ... Read more
Reviews for Highland Myths and Legends
I have heard George telling his stories and it is an unforgettable experience. This is a unique book and a must buy, it is superb. Buy it today! DALRIADA: THE JOURNAL OF CELTIC HERITAGE AND CULTURAL TRADITIONS