Release date is 2020-04-01

The fairies -- Tales illustrative of fairy superstition -- Tutelary beings -- The Urisk, the Blue Men, and the Mermaid -- The Water-horse -- Superstitions about animals -- Miscellaneous superstitions -- Augury -- Premonitions and divination -- Dreams and prophecies -- Imprecations, spells, and the black art -- The devil.

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"Superstitions of the Highlands & Islands of Scotland" by John Gregorson Campbell is a collection of folklore and cultural beliefs written in the late 19th century. This compendium focuses on the various superstitions, particularly those related to fairies, prevalent in the Scottish Highlands and islands. The author draws from oral traditions and tales to offer a comprehensive understanding of the beliefs that have shaped the mystical landscape of Scotland. The opening of this work introduces the significance of fairies in Gaelic superstition, portraying them as both benevolent and malevolent entities intertwined with everyday life in the Highlands. Campbell discusses their characteristics, beliefs about their appearances, and the precautions people take to ward off their influence. He asserts that the fairies have their own societal structure and occupations, resembling humans in many respects, despite their supernatural nature. The beginning sets the stage for deeper explorations into various tales and customs that provide insight into the rich tapestry of Scottish folklore and its enduring impact on the culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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