James Hogg, known as the "Ettrick Shepherd," was a Scottish poet and novelist who wrote in both Scots and English. His work often delves into the darker aspects of human psychology, exploring themes of faith, obsession, and the supernatural with a unique blend of Gothic intensity and folk sensibility. Hogg's narrative style frequently employs unreliable narrators and a sharp, often satirical wit, drawing readers into complex explorations of belief and delusion. His distinctive voice and imaginative storytelling secure his place as a significant figure in Scottish literature.
Exploring the human condition, morality, and fate, this three-volume narrative poem by James Hogg showcases his ambition and complexity as a poet. It delves into profound themes that challenge readers to reflect on the perils faced by humanity, making it a significant contribution to Scottish literature.
The trial from Book Two, Defense, commences, with riveting testimony from both sides, but yields no justice. Murder drives Robert Wentworth into action, leading to chaos and violence throughout the town. Sherriff Jones gifts Faythe his heirloom and beloved knife to keep her safe. Faythe escapes to Briarcliff set on path of vengeance.
The long-awaited autobiography of national treasure Bernard Cribbins.
A collection of poetry by notable Scottish writers James Hogg, Robert Burns, and William Motherwell. The works explore themes such as nature, love, and Scottish folklore.
Exploring themes of sin and redemption, the narrative follows an outcast born to a radiant mother and a sinful father, who fled from their marriage. The protagonist grapples with his identity in a world marked by supernatural elements and moral conflict. James Hogg's compelling storytelling delves into the complexities of the human psyche, making this work a cornerstone of Scottish literature and a profound reflection on the nature of guilt and justification.
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Culturally significant, this reproduction preserves the integrity of the original artifact, including copyright references and library stamps. It serves as a vital contribution to the knowledge base of civilization, reflecting historical scholarship and the importance of maintaining access to foundational texts.
This volume presents a classical and historically significant work, meticulously reformatted and redesigned for modern readers. It aims to preserve the original text's clarity and readability, making it accessible to both current and future generations. Falling under the genres of Language and English Literature, it highlights the importance of maintaining literary heritage. The effort to republish this book reflects a commitment to keeping valuable works alive in contemporary formats.
Based on Hogg's 1831 collection entitled Songs by the Ettrick Shepherd, this critical edition provides the original text as well as the history of its genesis.
The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner is a startling tale of murder and madness set in a time of troubles like our own. Robert Wringhim is a religious fanatic: one of God's chosen who believes himself free to disregard the strictures of morality—a view in which he is much encouraged by the elusive, peculiarly striking foreigner who becomes his dearest friend. Describing the seductive mutual dependence of these soulmates and the way—efficient at first, then increasingly intoxicated—they go about settling scores with their (and of course God's) enemies, James Hogg presents a powerful picture of evil in the world and in the heart and mind. This work of black humor, acute psychological insight, and, in the end, deeply compassionate humanity is one of the masterpieces of literature in English.
Book 5: The explosive conclusion to the series, beginning with a new trial again riddled with fraud and brutality. Faythe faces heartbreak and torture as she defends her honor and that of her comrades. As justice and mercy are served, lessons are learned and new loves are discovered.
In early years of 18th century, Scotland is torn by religious and political strife. The sinner, justified by his Calvinist conviction that his own salvation is pre-ordained, is suspected of involvement in a series of crimes. A century later his memoirs reveals truth. The tale illustrates effect of self-righteous bigotry on a fanatical character.
Vor vierzehn Jahren zog Prues große Liebe nach England. Alles, was sie sich wünscht, ist Logan wiederzusehen und dann steht er plötzlich vor ihr. Gefangen von alten Gefühlen und neu entbrannter Leidenschaft entwickelt sich eine heiße Affäre zwischen den beiden. Doch als Logan Prue anlügt, droht ihre junge Liebe zu scheitern.
Jediná kniha skotského autora z počátku minulého století, přítele sira Waltera Scotta a obyčejného pastevce. Kniha sestává z dvojího zpracování téhož příběhu vyprávěného jednou „vševědoucím“ vypravěčem, podruhé pak hlavním hrdinou příběhu ve formě jeho soukromého deníku. Východiskem knihy je existence náboženských sekt kalvínského vyznání, jejichž příslušníci věřili v Boží předurčení člověka ke spáse či záhubě, které člověk nemůže svým životem v žádném případě změnit. Autor v knize ironizuje a dovádí do absurdity víru těchto sekt a spojuje živé realistické líčení postav a krajiny s groteskními, fantastickými obrazy. Knihu je možné číst jako prazvláštní detektivní příběh i jako ironizující studii extrémního, vysoce netolerantního a agresivního typu křesťanství, které doslova zaměnilo Boha za ďábla.
