Erscheint: Oktober 2026
Buch (Softcover): Belletristik
A Scots Quair
Verlag:
Alpha Editions Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P36356903
EAN: 9789375365501
Erscheint: Oktober 2026
Versand: Kostenlos
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Beschreibung
A restless wind sweeps across the Mearns, carrying the scent of heather and the distant echo of voices shaped by hardship and hope. Against this evocative Scottish village setting, a tapestry of rural life unfolds-at once intimate and unflinching, capturing the rhythms of a countryside community as it faces the shifting tides of the early twentieth century. The story immerses readers in the heart of Scottish rural fiction, where the land is both a source of sustenance and a silent witness to the joys and sorrows of its people. With precise, lyrical prose, the narrative traces the intertwined lives of families bound by tradition, resilience, and the quiet drama of daily existence. The social fabric of early 1900s Scotland is rendered with striking authenticity, making the novel a touchstone for anyone drawn to Scottish social history. The struggles and aspirations of the Mearns folk reveal the enduring strength and complexity of a region often overlooked, illuminating the subtle ways in which modernity seeps into even the most remote corners of the Scottish countryside. As a work of Scottish modernist literature, the novel stands apart for its innovative style and deep psychological insight, offering a reading experience that is both immersive and thought-provoking. The landscape is not merely a backdrop but a living presence, shaping the destinies of its characters and reflecting the broader cultural shifts of the time. Those who appreciate Scottish cultural fiction and regional novels will find themselves transported to a world where language, landscape, and legacy converge. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For readers, collectors, and admirers of Scottish literary classic works, this volume is an invitation to revisit-or discover anew-the enduring spirit of Scotland's countryside and the stories it inspires.
Spezifikationen
Sprache
- Englisch
Autor
- Lewis Grassic Gibbon
Erscheinungsjahr
- 2026
Format
- Buch (Softcover)
Anzahl Seiten
- 528