Download or read book Satan and the Scots written by Michelle D. Brock and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-05-26 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Frequent discussions of Satan from the pulpit, in the courtroom, in print, in self-writings, and on the streets rendered the Devil an immediate and assumed presence in early modern Scotland. For some, especially those engaged in political struggle, this produced a unifying effect by providing a proximate enemy for communities to rally around. For others, the Reformed Protestant emphasis on the relationship between sin and Satan caused them to suspect, much to their horror, that their own depraved hearts placed them in league with the Devil. Exploring what it meant to live in a world in which Satan’s presence was believed to be, and indeed, perceived to be, ubiquitous, this book recreates the role of the Devil in the mental worlds of the Scottish people from the Reformation through the early eighteenth century. In so doing it is both the first history of the Devil in Scotland and a case study of the profound ways that beliefs about evil can change lives and shape whole societies. Building upon recent scholarship on demonology and witchcraft, this study contributes to and advances this body of literature in three important ways. First, it moves beyond establishing what people believed about the Devil to explore what these beliefs actually did- how they shaped the piety, politics, lived experiences, and identities of Scots from across the social spectrum. Second, while many previous studies of the Devil remain confined to national borders, this project situates Scottish demonic belief within the confluence of British, Atlantic, and European religious thought. Third, this book engages with long-running debates about Protestantism and the ’disenchantment of the world’, suggesting that Reformed theology, through its dogged emphasis on human depravity, eroded any rigid divide between the supernatural evil of Satan and the natural wickedness of men and women. This erosion was borne out not only in pages of treatises and sermons, but in the lives of Scots of all sorts. Ultimately, this study suggests that post-Reformation beliefs about the Devil profoundly influenced the experiences and identities of the Scottish people through the creation of a shared cultural conversation about evil and human nature.

Download or read book The book of Scottish readings in prose and verse Ed by J A Mair written by Scottish readings and published by . This book was released on 1872 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Poems Chiefly in the Scottish Dialect written by Robert Burns and published by . This book was released on 1800 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book An Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language to which is Prefixed a Dissertation on the Origin of the Scottish Language by John Jamieson written by John Jamieson and published by . This book was released on 1808 with total page 754 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Scottish Review written by and published by . This book was released on 1885 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book One Hundred Modern Scottish Poets written by David Herschell Edwards and published by . This book was released on 1884 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book An Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language Illustrating the Words in Their Different Significations by Examples from Ancient and Modern Writers Shewing Their Affinity to Those of Other Languages and Especially the Northern Explaining Many Terms Which Though Now Obsolete in England Were Formerly Common to Both Countries and Elucidating National Rites Customs and Institutions in Their Analogy to Those of Other Nations to which is Prefixed a Dissertation on the Origin of the Scottish Language written by John Jamieson and published by . This book was released on 1808 with total page 750 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Poems chiefly in the Scottish Dialect With A Memoir of the Life of the late Robert Burns Written by R Heron written by Robert Burns and published by . This book was released on 1804 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Life of the Rev James Renwick the Last of the Scottish Martyrs written by Robert Simpson and published by Edinburgh : J. Johnstone. This book was released on 1843 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Scots Revised Reports written by and published by . This book was released on 1898 with total page 1014 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Scottish Novels written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published by Canongate Books. This book was released on 2010-07-01 with total page 869 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduced by Jenni Calder and Roderick Watson. Kidnapped – Catriona – The Master of Ballantrae – Weir of Hermiston These four great novels take us deep into Robert Louis Stevenson’s imaginative and bitter-sweet relationship with his native country. Kidnapped, and its sequel Catriona, are renowned the world over as supreme stories of adventure and romance. On another level they also explore the subtle divisions of Scottish history and character in the eighteenth century, and (some would say) the present day. The Master of Ballantrae takes a darker and more disturbing turn, with its tale of rival brothers caught in a web of hatred, obsession, love and betrayal which draws them to their end in the frozen wastes of North America. Stevenson’s fascination with the divided nature of the human self (most obviously demonstrated in Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde) appears again in the Weir of Hermiston with its terrible confrontation between a father and his son. With an unsurpassed combination of physical adventure and psychological insight, The Scottish Novels have moved and thrilled readers and writers from Stevenson’s contemporaries to the present day.

Download or read book The Scots Revised Reports written by David K. Robertson and published by . This book was released on 1898 with total page 1012 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Tales of Scottish Highlands Moors 70 Historical Novels Adventure Classics Victorian Romances written by Robert Louis Stevenson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-17 with total page 15243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Tales of Scottish Highlands & Moors 70+ Historical Novels, Adventure Classics & Victorian Romances', the reader is transported to the rugged landscapes and turbulent times of Scotland through a collection that showcases a striking diversity in literary styles, from the swashbuckling adventures to the delicate intricacies of Victorian romance. This anthology stands out for its ability to envelop the reader in the rich historical and cultural tapestry of Scotland, capturing the essence of its moors and highlands through literary forms that range from the epic to the intimate. The collection triumphantly demonstrates the breadth of storytelling prowess, including standout contributions that illuminate the folkloric tradition and the chivalric ethos that characterize the Scottish literary canon. The contributing authorsRobert Louis Stevenson, John Buchan, George MacDonald, Walter Scott, J. M. Barrieare luminaries of Scottish literature, whose collective works provide a panoramic view of Scottish life and legend. Their backgrounds, steeped in the rich lore and history of Scotland, bring authenticity and depth to the anthology. These authors' works collectively align with and contribute to key literary movements, such as Romanticism and the Kailyard school, offering readers not just stories but a multidimensional perspective on Scottish identity and history. This anthology is an indispensable addition to the library of anyone who cherishes literary diversity and historical depth. It invites readers to traverse the highlands and moors through tales that are as varied as they are engaging, offering a unique opportunity to delve into the heart of Scottish lore and tradition. Through its pages, the collection fosters a dialogue between past and present, making it a profound educational journey as well as a celebration of Scotland's literary heritage. For enthusiasts of historical novels, adventure classics, and Victorian romance, this collection promises a rich, immersive experience that epitomizes the spirit and splendor of Scottish literature.

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Download or read book Poems chiefly in the Scottish dialect To which are added Scots poems selected from the works of Robert Ferguson With a portrait written by Robert Burns and published by . This book was released on 1788 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: