Emma Dymocks academische werk duikt in het moderne Schots-Gaelisch en het bredere landschap van de 20e-eeuwse literatuur. Haar onderzoek navigeert door de complexiteit van de Gaelische taal en de verbinding ervan met bredere Schotse literaire tradities. Dymock voelt zich bijzonder aangetrokken tot moderne weergaven van mythe, symboliek en de sociopolitieke contexten die in deze werken zijn ingebed. Haar verkenningen strekken zich uit tot Schots-Gaelisch drama en 20e-eeuwse Ierse poëzie, en bieden lezers een rijk begrip van deze verschillende literaire gebieden.
All the poetry of Sorley Maclean, the most significant 20th century Gaelic poet, is gathered together in one volume for the first time. Over 150 poems, some never published before, are given in Gaelic alongside their English translation. Introduced by a biographical essay on his life, influences and impact.
Emma Dymock's SCOTNOTE study guide offers a detailed study of Sorely MacLean's poetry. It also includes close readings of selected poems that best represent his key themes and ideas. This Scotnote is ideal for senior school pupils and students of all ages as a general introduction or as a starting point for more in-depth study.
Spanning 15 centuries, this collection showcases the rich tapestry of Scottish religious poetry, featuring voices from various regions, including Gaelic contributions. It reflects Scotland's diverse and often tumultuous religious landscape, highlighting a distinctive spirituality. Selected and introduced by experts, this eagerly awaited follow-up to a successful 2000 edition presents a unique compilation of profound religious thought, appealing to enthusiasts of Scottish literature and culture.
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