In this entertaining book, Charles Mackay explores the poetry and humor of the Scottish language. Mackay provides a comprehensive survey of Scottish poetry, delving into its rich history and varied forms. Along the way, he includes numerous examples of Scottish humor, from bawdy jokes to witty anecdotes. Anyone with an interest in Scottish culture or literature will find this book a delightful read.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 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.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.