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Folklore In Lowland Scotland
Originally published in 1908, Eve Simpsonʼs collection of folklore is an interesting artifact of its time. The author covers diverse topics of Scottish lore including fairies, regional superstitions, witches & wizards, plants & birds, the mysteries of Roman wells, the influence of Scandinavians, fishermenʼs superstitions, and fairs, festivals & funerals. Eve Blantyre Simpson (1855-1920) wrote biographies of Professor James Young Simpson, who pioneered the use of chloroform as an anesthetic, and of Robert Louis Stevenson. She lived her life in Edinburgh.
Folk Lore in Lowland Scotland
A historical survey of the myths, legends, and superstitions of Lowland Scotland. First published in 1908, this volume gives an insightful overview of Scottish folklore and the traditional beliefs found in early-twentieth-century Lowland Scotland. Featuring many historical folk tales, Eva Blantyre Simpson’s volume is not to be missed by those interested in ancient Scottish myths and legends. The contents of this volume feature: - Beltane and the Vanished Races - The Romans and Wells of Water - The Scandinavians - Fairies - Fishermen’s Superstitions - Flowers and Birds - Witches and Wizards - Fairs, Festivals, and Funerals - Adages and Omens
Robert Louis Stevenson
DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Robert Louis Stevenson" by E. Blantyre Simpson. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
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