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This book is a charming and entertaining collection of stories and legends from the Scottish Borders, a region steeped in history, myth, and folklore. The author, Jean Lang, draws on a rich tradition of oral storytelling to bring these tales to life, with topics ranging from fairies and witches to border raiders and romantic heroines. This is a delightful read for anyone interested in Scottish culture and tradition.
The narrative follows Charles George Gordon, a boy from a distinguished Scottish military family, beginning in Woolwich. With a lineage of soldiers, including a great-grandfather who fought in significant battles, the story highlights the values of honor and bravery instilled in him. Charlie's upbringing, influenced by his father's soldierly virtues and his mother's adventurous heritage, sets the stage for his future endeavors. The novel blends historical elements with fiction, showcasing the life and character of a man destined for greatness in the British army.
Engagingly retelling classic myths, this book aims to make ancient stories accessible and entertaining for modern readers. It explores Greek, Latin, and various cultural myths, such as those from Celtic, Slavic, and Teutonic traditions, while highlighting their relevance in contemporary language and thought. The author, Jean Lang, enhances the narratives with her commentary and contemporary quotes, bridging the gap between past and present. This collection invites readers to rediscover the humanity and timelessness within these legendary tales.
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The book features a comprehensive collection of various topics, organized into distinct sections that provide a structured overview of the material. Each part presents key themes and ideas, allowing readers to easily navigate through the content. The arrangement enhances understanding and retention, making it a valuable resource for both study and reference. Whether for academic purposes or personal interest, the contents serve as a guide to the rich information contained within the book.
"Just as a little child holds out its hands to catch the sunbeams, to feel and to grasp what, so its eyes tell it, is actually there, so, down through the ages, men have stretched out their hands in eager endeavour to know their God. And because only through the human was the divine knowable, the old peoples of the earth made gods of their heroes and not unfrequently endowed these gods with as many of the vices as of the virtues of their worshippers. As we read the myths of the East and the West we find ever the same story. That portion of the ancient Aryan race which poured from the central plain of Asia, through the rocky defiles of what we now call "The Frontier, " to populate the fertile lowlands of India, had gods who must once have been wholly heroic, but who came in time to be more degraded than the most vicious of lustful criminals. "