Altrive Tales V1: Collected Among The Peasantry Of Scotland, And From Foreign Adventurers (1832)

Altrive Tales V1 is a collection of Scottish folklore and legends, compiled by The Ettrick Shepherd in 1832. The book is divided into two sections: the first contains stories collected from the Scottish peasantry, while the second features tales from foreign adventurers. The stories range from the fantastical to the mundane, with themes of love, revenge, and the supernatural. The collection provides a glimpse into the rich oral tradition of Scotland, as well as the influence of other cultures on its folklore. The Ettrick Shepherd's writing style is characterized by his use of Scots dialect and his ability to capture the essence of Scottish culture and tradition. Overall, Altrive Tales V1 is a fascinating exploration of Scottish folklore and a testament to the enduring power of storytelling.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.