The Ettrick Shepherd

Originally published in 1927, this book presents a study regarding the Scottish poet and novelist James Hogg (1770–1835).

Edith C. Batho (Author)

9781107638433, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 12 June 2014

248 pages
20.3 x 12.7 x 1.4 cm, 0.27 kg

Originally published in 1927, this book presents a study regarding the life and works of the Scottish poet and novelist James Hogg (1770–1835), also known as the 'Ettrick Shepherd'. Extensive textual notes are incorporated throughout and a detailed bibliography is also included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Hogg's life and writings.

Prefatory note
1. Early struggles
2. Compiler and editor
3. Picturesque tours and The Mountain Bard
4. Early days in Edinburgh
5. Later life in Edinburgh: The Poetic Mirror and Blackwood's Magazine
6. Altrive Lake and Mount Benger
7. The tales of the shepherd
8. Later poems and songs
9. The last days of the shepherd
Appendix. Auld Maitland and Otterburn
Bibliography
List of authorities
Index
Glossary.

Subject Areas: Literary studies: general [DSB]