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Discover the life and letters of James Macpherson and how his Ossian legacy reshaped modern poetry.
This nonfiction work offers a clear, readable portrait of the man behind the famous Gaelic fragments and the controversy that followed. It blends biographical detail with critical context, showing how Macpherson’s translations and publications influenced literary history and sparked debates that still echo today.
- Learn how Macpherson’s work began, how he collected and presented Gaelic poetry, and the steps that led to his fame.
- See how critics and supporters debated authenticity, value, and influence, from contemporary responses to later scholarly evaluations.
- Compare Ossian with other ancient epics and medieval collections to understand why the poems mattered to readers and writers.
- Follow the broader story of the Ossian controversy as it intersected with the Romantic movement and later scholarship.
Ideal for readers of literary biography, Celtic studies, and the history of romantic literature, this edition illuminates a pivotal figure and a pivotal moment in poetry.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. In the mid-18th century, a literary bombshell exploded in Scotland when James Macpherson published his alleged translations of ancient Gaelic poems by the legendary poet Ossian. These epic poems, set in a desolate, heroic past, captivated readers with their beauty and sparked a fierce debate about their authenticity. Macpherson's work ignited a literary movement that spread across Europe, inspiring a generation of Romantic writers like Goethe, Napoleon, and Byron. The controversy surrounding the poems' origins continues today, with this book delving into the enigma of James Macpherson, exploring his motivations, methods, and the enduring legacy of his literary creation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330940570_0
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