The Ballads and Songs of Scotland, in View of Their Influence on the Character of the People (1874)

The Ballads And Songs Of Scotland, In View Of Their Influence On The Character Of The People is a book written by John Clark Murray and published in 1874. This book is a comprehensive collection of traditional Scottish ballads and songs, accompanied by an analysis of their cultural and historical significance. Murray explores the themes and motifs that are present in the ballads and songs, such as love, betrayal, and heroism, and how they reflect the values and beliefs of the Scottish people. He also examines the influence of these ballads and songs on the character and identity of the Scottish people, and how they have been passed down through generations.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Scottish ballads and songs. The first section provides an overview of the history and development of Scottish ballads, while subsequent sections explore specific themes and genres, such as border ballads, love songs, and Jacobite songs.Overall, The Ballads And Songs Of Scotland, In View Of Their Influence On The Character Of The People is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish culture and history, and provides a fascinating insight into the role that traditional ballads and songs have played in shaping the identity of the Scottish people.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.