Minstrelsy of the Scottish border, Volume 1 By: Walter Scott (1771-1832)
Minstrelsy of the Scottish border, Volume 1 is a captivating collection of traditional Scottish ballads and folk songs compiled by the renowned author Sir Walter Scott. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Scottish border region, showcasing the lyrical beauty and storytelling prowess of its people. Scott's meticulous research and passion for preserving these ancient songs shine through in his meticulous annotations and historical background provided for each piece. The vivid descriptions and vivid imagery of the Scottish landscape bring the ballads to life, transporting readers to a bygone era of battles, romance, and folklore. Readers with an interest in Scottish history, folklore, or traditional music will find Minstrelsy of the Scottish border, Volume 1 to be a treasure trove of captivating tales and melodies. Scott's deep connection to his homeland and reverence for its cultural traditions make this book a must-read for anyone seeking to delve into the heart and soul of Scotland. First Page: MINISTRELSY OF THE SCOTTISH BORDER: CONSISTING OF HISTORICAL AND ROMANTIC BALLADS, COLLECTED IN THE SOUTHERN COUNTIES OF SCOTLAND; WITH A FEW OF MODERN DATE, FOUNDED UPON LOCAL TRADITION. IN THREE VOLUMES. VOL. I The songs, to savage virtue dear, That won of yore the public ear, Ere Polity, sedate and sage, Had quench'd the fires of feudal rage. WARTON. 1806. TO HIS GRACE, HENRY, DUKE OF BUCCLEUCH , &c.&c.&c. THESE TALES, WHICH IN ELDER TIMES HAVE CELEBRATED THE PROWESS, AND CHEERED THE HALLS, OF HIS GALLANT ANCESTORS , ARE RESPECTFULLY INSCRIBED BY HIS GRACE'S MUCH OBLIGED AND MOST HUMBLE SERVANT, WALTER SCOTT. CONTENTS TO THE FIRST VOLUME. INTRODUCTION PART FIRST. HISTORICAL BALLADS . Sir Patrick Spens, Auld Maitland, Battle of Otterbourne, The Sang of the Outlaw Murray, Johnie Armstrang, The Lochmaben Harper, Jamie Telfer of the Fair Dodhead, The Raid of the Reidswire, Kinmont Willie, Dick o'the Cow, Jock o'the Side, Hobbie Noble, Archie of Ca'field, Armstrong's Goodnight, The Fray of Suport, Lord Maxwell's Goodnight, The Lads of Wamphray, INTRODUCTION. From the remote period; when the Roman province was contracted by the ramparts of Severus, until the union of the kingdoms, the borders of Scotland formed the stage, upon which were presented the most memorable conflicts of two gallant nations... Continue reading book >>

Minstrelsy of the Scottish border, Volume 1 By: Walter Scott (1771-1832)

Minstrelsy of the Scottish border, Volume 1 is a captivating collection of traditional Scottish ballads and folk songs compiled by the renowned author Sir Walter Scott. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Scottish border region, showcasing the lyrical beauty and storytelling prowess of its people.

Scott's meticulous research and passion for preserving these ancient songs shine through in his meticulous annotations and historical background provided for each piece. The vivid descriptions and vivid imagery of the Scottish landscape bring the ballads to life, transporting readers to a bygone era of battles, romance, and folklore.

Readers with an interest in Scottish history, folklore, or traditional music will find Minstrelsy of the Scottish border, Volume 1 to be a treasure trove of captivating tales and melodies. Scott's deep connection to his homeland and reverence for its cultural traditions make this book a must-read for anyone seeking to delve into the heart and soul of Scotland.

First Page:

MINISTRELSY

OF THE

SCOTTISH BORDER:

CONSISTING OF

HISTORICAL AND ROMANTIC BALLADS,

COLLECTED

IN THE SOUTHERN COUNTIES OF SCOTLAND; WITH A FEW OF MODERN DATE, FOUNDED UPON LOCAL TRADITION.

IN THREE VOLUMES.

VOL. I

The songs, to savage virtue dear, That won of yore the public ear, Ere Polity, sedate and sage, Had quench'd the fires of feudal rage. WARTON.

1806.

HIS GRACE,

HENRY,

DUKE OF BUCCLEUCH , &c.&c.&c.

THESE TALES,

WHICH

IN ELDER TIMES HAVE CELEBRATED THE PROWESS,

AND

CHEERED THE HALLS,

HIS GALLANT ANCESTORS ,

ARE RESPECTFULLY INSCRIBED

HIS GRACE'S MUCH OBLIGED

AND

MOST HUMBLE SERVANT,

WALTER SCOTT.

CONTENTS TO THE FIRST VOLUME.

INTRODUCTION

PART FIRST.

HISTORICAL BALLADS .

Sir Patrick Spens,

Auld Maitland,

Battle of Otterbourne,

The Sang of the Outlaw Murray,

Johnie Armstrang,

The Lochmaben Harper,

Jamie Telfer of the Fair Dodhead,

The Raid of the Reidswire,

Kinmont Willie,

Dick o'the Cow,

Jock o'the Side,

Hobbie Noble,

Archie of Ca'field,

Armstrong's Goodnight,

The Fray of Suport,

Lord Maxwell's Goodnight,

The Lads of Wamphray,

INTRODUCTION.

From the remote period; when the Roman province was contracted by the ramparts of Severus, until the union of the kingdoms, the borders of Scotland formed the stage, upon which were presented the most memorable conflicts of two gallant nations... Continue reading book >>

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Minstrelsy of the Scottish border, Volume 1	Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border, Volume 2 Consisting of Historical and Romantic Ballads, Collected in The Southern Counties of Scotland; with a Few of Modern Date, Founded Upon Local Tradition

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