Tales and Sketches; Volume 4

Tales and Sketches; Volume 4

James Hogg

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Literatura: historia y crítica
ISBN:
9781172296248
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'Tales and Sketches, Volume 4' presents a collection of short stories and sketches by James Hogg, the renowned Scottish author also known as the ‘Ettrick Shepherd.’ This volume showcases Hogg’s talent for capturing the essence of Scottish life, folklore, and the supernatural. Through vivid characters and engaging narratives, Hogg explores themes of morality, social commentary, and the enduring power of tradition. Readers will find a diverse range of tales, from humorous anecdotes to eerie ghost stories, all infused with Hogg’s distinctive voice and keen observations. This collection offers a valuable glimpse into the literary landscape of 19th-century Scotland and highlights Hogg’s significant contribution to Scottish literature. 'Tales and Sketches' will appeal to those interested in folklore, historical fiction, and the rich cultural heritage of Scotland.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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