Border Essays (1896)

By John Veitch

Book Overview

Border Essays is a collection of essays written by John Veitch and originally published in 1896. The book explores various topics related to the Scottish Borders region, including its history, literature, and landscape. Veitch draws on his own personal experiences and observations, as well as his extensive knowledge of the area, to provide a unique and insightful perspective on this fascinating part of Scotland. The essays cover a wide range of subjects, from the ancient ruins and castles that dot the landscape, to the poetry and prose of famous Border writers like Scott and Hogg. Veitch also delves into the myths and legends of the region, exploring the folklore and traditions that have been passed down through generations. Throughout the book, Veitch's love for the Borders shines through, making this a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164092111
• ISBN13: 9781164092117
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"