Publisher's Synopsis
The Poetical Works of Sir David Lyndsay of the Mount, Lyon King of Arms V1 is a comprehensive collection of poems written by the Scottish poet Sir David Lyndsay. As the Lyon King of Arms, Lyndsay was a prominent figure in the court of James V of Scotland and his works reflect the political and social issues of his time. The volume includes a variety of poems such as satires, allegories, and religious works, all written in Lyndsay's distinctive Scots dialect. The poems cover a wide range of topics, from critiques of the Catholic Church to celebrations of Scottish culture and history. This edition of the book is the first volume in a series and includes an introduction and notes by the editor, providing historical context and analysis of the poems. Overall, The Poetical Works of Sir David Lyndsay of the Mount, Lyon King of Arms V1 is a valuable resource for scholars of Scottish literature and history, as well as anyone interested in the poetry of the Renaissance period.In Two Volumes.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.
