
Nether Lochaber
The Natural History, Legends, and Folk-lore of the West HighlandsBy Alexander Rev. StewartLength14h 40m
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In 'Nether Lochaber', Alexander Rev. Stewart masterfully navigates the terrain of the Scottish Highlands, weaving a rich tapestry of local culture, folklore, and spirituality. Set against the backdrop of Lochaber, the narrative unfolds as a vivid exploration of community life, highlighting the interplay between nature and human experience. Stewart's prose is characterized by its lyrical quality and deep sense of nostalgia, drawing readers into a world steeped in history yet pulsating with life. The book stands as a seminal work within the genre of local history and ethnography, skillfully encapsulating the essence of Highland life in the late 19th century. Stewart, a distinguished figure in the Scottish ecclesiastical and literary landscape, was deeply embedded in the culture he portrayed. His experiences as a minister and his passion for preserving Highland heritage imbue the text with authenticity and insight. His reverence for the natural world and the traditions of his community reflects a broader concern for cultural preservation at a time of great change in Scotland, as industrialization began to reshape rural life. I highly recommend 'Nether Lochaber' to those seeking an immersive experience into Highland culture and to scholars of Scottish literature. This work not only serves as a historical document but also as a poignant reminder of the beauty and fragility of local traditions, making it an essential read for anyone interested in regional studies or the depth of human connection with the landscape.
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GenreHistory
Length14 hrs 40 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 16, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I.
36CHAPTER XXXIV.
2Beannachadh Bàird.: A Bard’s Blessing.
37CHAPTER XXXV.
3CHAPTER II.
38CHAPTER XXXVI.
4CHAPTER III.: The Bewitched Bachelor Unbewitched.
39Altachadh Leapa’.
5CHAPTER IV.: The St. Kilda Maid’s Song.
40A Blessing to be said at Bedtime.
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6CHAPTER V.
41Rann Buachailleachd.
7CHAPTER VI.
42A Rhyme to be said in driving Cattle to Pasture.
8CHAPTER VII.
43CHAPTER XXXVII.: Light and Shade.
9CHAPTER VIII.
44CHAPTER XXXVIII.: Maori Song.—(Translation.)
10CHAPTER IX.
45CHAPTER XXXIX.
11CHAPTER X.
46CHAPTER XL.
12CHAPTER XI.
47CHAPTER XLI.
13CHAPTER XII.
48CHAPTER XLII.
14CHAPTER XIII.
49CHAPTER XLIII.
15CHAPTER XIV.
50CHAPTER XLIV.: Conaltradh nan Ian—(Fragment).
16CHAPTER XV.
51CHAPTER XLV.
17CHAPTER XVI.
52CHAPTER XLVI.
18CHAPTER XVII.
53CHAPTER XLVII.
19CHAPTER XVIII.: A Lullaby.
54CHAPTER XLVIII.
20CHAPTER XIX.
55CHAPTER XLIX.
21CHAPTER XX.: The Otter and Fox.
56CHAPTER L.
22CHAPTER XXI.
57CHAPTER LI.
23CHAPTER XXII.
58CHAPTER LII.
24CHAPTER XXIII.
59CHAPTER LIII.
25CHAPTER XXIV.
60CHAPTER LIV.
26CHAPTER XXV.
61CHAPTER LV.
27CHAPTER XXVI.
62CHAPTER LVI.
28CHAPTER XXVII.: The Milkmaid and her Fairy Lover.
63CHAPTER LVII.
29CHAPTER XXVIII.
64CHAPTER LVIII.
30CHAPTER XXIX.
65CHAPTER LIX.
31CHAPTER XXX.
66CHAPTER LX.
32CHAPTER XXXI.
67CHAPTER LXI.
33CHAPTER XXXII.
68CHAPTER LXII.
34CHAPTER XXXIII.
69CHAPTER LXIII.
35Rann Leigheas Galar Cruidh.: A Healing Incantation for Diseases in Cattle.