""Scenes and Legends of the North of Scotland"" is a book written by Hugh Miller that explores the traditional history of Cromarty, a town located in the north of Scotland. The book is a collection of stories and legends that have been passed down through generations, detailing the customs, beliefs, and traditions of the people who lived in the area.Miller's writing style is descriptive and evocative, transporting the reader to a time long ago when myths and legends were an integral part of everyday life. He covers a wide ...
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""Scenes and Legends of the North of Scotland"" is a book written by Hugh Miller that explores the traditional history of Cromarty, a town located in the north of Scotland. The book is a collection of stories and legends that have been passed down through generations, detailing the customs, beliefs, and traditions of the people who lived in the area.Miller's writing style is descriptive and evocative, transporting the reader to a time long ago when myths and legends were an integral part of everyday life. He covers a wide range of topics, including the history of the town, the lives of its inhabitants, and the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Cromarty's history. There are chapters on the town's famous landmarks, such as the Old Man of Cromarty and the Tarbat Ness Lighthouse, as well as sections on local customs and traditions, such as the Beltane festival and the superstitions surrounding the sea.Overall, ""Scenes and Legends of the North of Scotland"" is a fascinating glimpse into the rich history and culture of Cromarty and the surrounding area. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish folklore and the traditions of the north of Scotland.1869. Miller's stories, arranged as nearly as possible in the chronological order, form a long vista into the past of Scotland, with all its obsolete practices and all its exploded beliefs. His style illustrates a truth of scenery, justness of perspective and proportion and costume of the figures. Sample contents: Alypos; Bay of Cromarty; Macbeth; Remains of the Old Mythology; Fisherman's Widow; Dropping Cave; The Mermaid; Literati of Cromarty; Gudewife of Minitarf; Burn of Eathie; and much more.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.
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