An lasair: anthology of 18th century Scottish Gaelic verseAn Lasair (The Flame) is a colorful new anthology of over sixty poems from one of the most dynamic periods of Gaelic literature. Arranged chronologically and edited with facing translations by Ronald Black, these poems, composed in a range of forms and styles, span the whole gamut of human experience, from politics, religion and war to love, sex and domestic life. Together they form a rich celebration of Gaelic culture and provide a fascinating insight into the passions and preoccupations of the Highland people during a turbulent period of their history. The poems are laid out in facing page translation with full notes and a substantial introduction and commentary. Among the poets included are Neil MacVurich, Dugald Buchanan, Duncan Macintyre, John MacCodrum, Alexander MacDonald, Rob Donn, Mary MacPherson and William Ross. |
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merely ' the fire and intensity of the original'.8 A more literal translation , which takes some account ( among other things ) of the brilliant piece of military strategy depicted in the first couplet and of the pun on iomain ...
merely ' the fire and intensity of the original'.8 A more literal translation , which takes some account ( among other things ) of the brilliant piece of military strategy depicted in the first couplet and of the pun on iomain ...
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So they go without peace or rest , Frantically clutching any false shadow And sucking pleasure from all things Which become like milkless breasts in their ... The thing you ever wanted most , Didn't enjoying it always leave it bitter ?
So they go without peace or rest , Frantically clutching any false shadow And sucking pleasure from all things Which become like milkless breasts in their ... The thing you ever wanted most , Didn't enjoying it always leave it bitter ?
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If you don't come to this land by St Brigid's Day A thing that's sure is that I'll lose my mind This is true information , for it has to be said That a month's a long time for me not to pursue you . Spring Ewen MacLachlan Spring has ...
If you don't come to this land by St Brigid's Day A thing that's sure is that I'll lose my mind This is true information , for it has to be said That a month's a long time for me not to pursue you . Spring Ewen MacLachlan Spring has ...
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Contents
Gort am Bràigh Athaill Famine in the Atholl Hills | 1 |
Bent Handle Lachlann mac Theàrlaich Òig ______ | 12 |
Laoidh an Tàilleir The Ballad of the Tailor | 17 |
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