Publisher's Synopsis
Discover the legendary world of "The Poems of Ossian," a collection attributed to the mythical Gaelic bard Ossian and translated (or perhaps created) by James Macpherson. This second volume contains further prose and rhyming works that captivated Europe in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
These poems, steeped in melancholy and heroism, evoke a romantic vision of ancient Scotland. Explore themes of love, loss, and the valor of warriors in a landscape of mist-shrouded mountains and echoing glens. Macpherson's work ignited debate and controversy regarding its authenticity, yet its influence on Romantic literature and art remains undeniable. Delve into the heart of this literary phenomenon and experience the power and beauty of "The Poems of Ossian."
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