Publisher's Synopsis
ert MacDougallSongs and Poems in the Gaelic Language is a collection of traditional Scottish Gaelic songs and poems compiled by Donn, Robert MacDougall and first published in 1899. The book contains a wide range of material, including love songs, laments, humorous pieces, and songs about the beauty of the natural world.The songs and poems are presented in their original Gaelic language, with English translations provided alongside. This allows readers who are not fluent in Gaelic to appreciate the beauty and meaning of the verses. The translations are faithful to the original texts, preserving the rhythm, rhyme, and imagery of the Gaelic language.In addition to the songs and poems themselves, the book includes an introduction by the compiler, providing historical and cultural context for the material. There is also a glossary of Gaelic terms and a pronunciation guide for readers who are new to the language.Overall, Songs and Poems in the Gaelic Language is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish Gaelic culture and literature. The book offers a glimpse into the rich tradition of Gaelic poetry and song, and provides a bridge between the Gaelic-speaking past and the English-speaking present.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.
