Publisher's Synopsis
Clan Traditions and Popular Tales of the Western Highlands and Islands is a book written by John Gregorson Campbell. The book is a collection of stories, legends, and myths from the Western Highlands and Islands of Scotland. The stories are passed down through generations and are deeply rooted in the culture and traditions of the clans that lived in the region.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is dedicated to the traditions and customs of the clans, including their history, genealogy, and social structure. It also includes descriptions of their daily life, religious practices, and superstitions.The second part of the book contains a collection of popular tales and legends from the area. These stories include tales of fairies, witches, and other supernatural beings, as well as stories of heroic deeds and romantic adventures. Some of the stories are humorous, while others are dark and eerie.Campbell's writing style is engaging and lyrical, and he provides detailed descriptions of the landscape, people, and customs of the Western Highlands and Islands. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish folklore, history, and culture.1895. Clan traditions and popular tales of the western Highlands and islands. Collected from oral sources and selected from the author's manuscript remains. Edited by Jessie Wallace and Duncan MacIsaac, with an introduction by Alfred Nutt. See the other works by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
