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_aLang, Andrew, _d1844-1912 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aSir Walter Scott and the Border Minstrelsy |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2003 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2003-05-01 | ||
| 508 | _aTranscribed from the 1910 Longmans, Green, and Co. edition by David Price | ||
| 520 | _a"Sir Walter Scott and the Border Minstrelsy" by Andrew Lang is a detailed examination of the literary contributions of Sir Walter Scott, particularly focusing on his collection and editing of traditional Scottish ballads during the late 19th century. This scholarly work seeks to clarify accusations against Scott regarding his authenticity as a ballad editor, delving into specific pieces such as the ballad "Auld Maitland" and discussing how folklore was preserved and transformed through oral tradition. It also reflects on the cultural significance of these ballads in capturing Scotland's historical narratives and identity. At the start of the text, Lang lays the foundation of his argument by addressing criticisms leveled at Scott, particularly concerning the ballad "Auld Maitland." He argues against the notion that Scott fabricated or misrepresented the origins of this ballad, highlighting the importance of oral traditions in preserving such works. Lang meticulously discusses Scott's processes in gathering and editing the ballads, noting how the influences of various contributors, like James Hogg, played a role in the evolution of these narratives. He contends that while Scott may have modernized some elements for clarity and accessibility, he remained committed to maintaining the integrity and spirit of the original folklore. This opening sets the stage for a broader critique of literary authenticity and the role of tradition in Scottish ballads. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aBallads, Scots -- Scotland -- Scottish Borders -- History and criticism | ||
| 653 | _aPopular culture -- Scotland -- Scottish Borders | ||
| 653 | _aScottish Borders (Scotland) -- In literature | ||
| 653 | _aScott, Walter, 1771-1832 -- Knowledge -- Literature | ||
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