Andrew Lang

Broschiertes Buch

Sir Walter Scott And The Border Minstrelsy (1910)

Beschreibung

Sir Walter Scott and the Border Minstrelsy is a book written by Andrew Lang and published in 1910. The book is a critical analysis of the work of Sir Walter Scott, a Scottish historical novelist and poet, and his influence on the traditional ballads of the Scottish Borders. Lang examines Scott's use of the Border ballads in his own literary works, such as The Lay of the Last Minstrel and Waverley, and discusses the impact of Scott's romanticized portrayal of the Scottish Borderlands on the public perception of the region. The book also includes a detailed discussion of the origins and history of the Border ballads, as well as their significance in Scottish culture. Overall, Sir Walter Scott and the Border Minstrelsy provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of the relationship between Scott's literary works and the traditional ballads of the Scottish Borders.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.

Autor

Andrew Lang, born on 31 March 1844 in Selkirk, Scotland, was a multifaceted scholar renowned for his contributions to literature and anthropology. Educated at the University of St Andrews and Balliol College, Oxford, he excelled in classical studies and developed a profound interest in folklore and mythology. In 1875, he married Leonora Blanche Alleyne, who played a significant role in his fairy tale collections.Throughout his career, Lang was a prolific writer, producing works that spanned poetry, novels, literary criticism, and anthropological studies. He is perhaps best remembered for his Fairy Books, a series of twelve collections of fairy tales from various cultures, beginning with The Blue Fairy Book in 1889. These volumes have become classics, enchanting readers with their rich storytelling and diverse narratives.In addition to his literary endeavors, Lang made significant contributions to the study of folklore and anthropology, authoring works such as Custom and Myth (1884) and Myth, Ritual and Religion (1887). His scholarly pursuits extended to psychical research, and he served as president of the Society for Psychical Research in 1911. Lang passed away on 20 July 1912 in Banchory, Aberdeenshire, leaving behind a legacy that continues to influence the fields of literature and anthropology.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 172
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 259g
• ISBN-13: 9781437064209
• ISBN-10: 1437064205
• Artikelnr.: 25514488