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Discover the enchanting world of *Caoir Gheal Leumraich* (White Leaping Flame), a comprehensive collection that pays homage to the legendary poet Sorley MacLean. This exquisite edition encompasses a rich tapestry of MacLean's published works, previously uncollected poetry, and newly unveiled gems, providing readers with a deep dive into Scottish and Gaelic literary heritage. The poems are meticulously presented in their original Gaelic alongside English translations, ensuring accessibility for all poetry lovers and scholars alike.
This edition starts with a captivating biographical summary that intricately details MacLean's childhood on the beautiful island of Raasay, his academic pursuits at university, and his profound war experiences. Gain insights into MacLean’s powerful influence on both Gaelic and Scottish literature, along with a thoughtful exploration of his literary, political, and philosophical beliefs influenced by Gaelic traditional song, Romanticism, and Modernism as well as Communism and Fascism. Perfect for enthusiasts of Gaelic poetry, this volume is essential for an understanding of 20th-century Scottish literature.
Shipping for this item is free, with an expected delivery time of up to 6 weeks. Please note that once your order for this remarkable volume is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Add this masterpiece to your collection today!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781846976445
Year: 2023
Publisher: Birlinn
Description:
This collected edition of Sorley MacLean brings together published poetry from MacLean's own edited volumes of poetry, poetry previously published in various magazines, literary journals and anthologies, and poetry which has never been published before. The poems are given in their original Gaelic with English translations.
The volume opens with a biographical summary of Maclean's childhood on Raasay, his life at university and war experiences, and examines MacLean's effect on Gaelic and Scottish literature, and his literary, political and philosophical influences, which included Gaelic traditional song, Romanticism and Modernism, as well as Communism and Fascism.
This edition starts with a captivating biographical summary that intricately details MacLean's childhood on the beautiful island of Raasay, his academic pursuits at university, and his profound war experiences. Gain insights into MacLean’s powerful influence on both Gaelic and Scottish literature, along with a thoughtful exploration of his literary, political, and philosophical beliefs influenced by Gaelic traditional song, Romanticism, and Modernism as well as Communism and Fascism. Perfect for enthusiasts of Gaelic poetry, this volume is essential for an understanding of 20th-century Scottish literature.
Shipping for this item is free, with an expected delivery time of up to 6 weeks. Please note that once your order for this remarkable volume is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Add this masterpiece to your collection today!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781846976445
Year: 2023
Publisher: Birlinn
Description:
This collected edition of Sorley MacLean brings together published poetry from MacLean's own edited volumes of poetry, poetry previously published in various magazines, literary journals and anthologies, and poetry which has never been published before. The poems are given in their original Gaelic with English translations.
The volume opens with a biographical summary of Maclean's childhood on Raasay, his life at university and war experiences, and examines MacLean's effect on Gaelic and Scottish literature, and his literary, political and philosophical influences, which included Gaelic traditional song, Romanticism and Modernism, as well as Communism and Fascism.