Fragments of Ancient Poetry by James Macpherson

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Author Macpherson, James, 1736-1796
Title Fragments of Ancient Poetry
Note Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note Augustan Reprint Society, publication number 122
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Summary "Fragments of Ancient Poetry" by James Macpherson is a collection of poems that draws on themes from ancient Scottish culture and mythology, written in the mid-18th century. This work serves as a translation of pieces Macpherson claims are remnants of Gaelic poetry, capturing the essence of early Highland society. The fragments reflect a time when oral tradition and heroic tales were integral to cultural identity and artistic expression. The content of the book reveals a world steeped in epic battles, tragic love stories, and emotive laments. Characters such as Oscian, Shilric, Vinvela, and Connal navigate themes of loss and valor against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. The narratives often revolve around the death of heroes and the mourning of loved ones, showcasing the interplay between nature and human emotions. Through the measured prose and lyrical dialogue, Macpherson not only aims to preserve the voice of ancient bards but also to evoke the haunting beauty of a landscape entwined with the deeds of its legendary figures. The overall tone of the poems evokes nostalgia and reflects the valor and tragedy of its characters, aiming to resonate with the broader themes of human experience and loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Literary forgeries and mystifications -- Early works to 1800
Subject Ossian, active 3rd century -- Poetry
Subject Mythology, Celtic -- Ireland -- Poetry
Subject Bards and bardism -- Poetry
Subject Celts -- Poetry
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EBook-No. 8161
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 26, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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