Scenes and Legends of the North of Scotland or the Traditional History of Cromarty

""Scenes and Legends of the North of Scotland"" by Hugh Miller is a book that explores the traditional history of Cromarty, a town in the north of Scotland. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the town's scenery and natural beauty, while the second part delves into the legends and folklore of the area.Miller's writing is vivid and descriptive, painting a picture of the rugged coastline, the rolling hills, and the quaint villages that make up the landscape of Cromarty. He also provides insights into the lives of the people who inhabit the area, including fishermen, farmers, and craftsmen.The second part of the book is particularly fascinating, as Miller recounts the many myths and legends that have been passed down through generations of Cromarty residents. These include tales of fairies, witches, and ghosts, as well as stories of heroic deeds and tragic love affairs.Overall, ""Scenes and Legends of the North of Scotland"" is a captivating and informative read that offers a unique glimpse into the history and culture of this remote corner of Scotland.1869. Miller's stories, arranged as nearly as possible in the chronological order, form a long vista into the past of Scotland, with all its obsolete practices and all its exploded beliefs. His style illustrates a truth of scenery, justness of perspective and proportion and costume of the figures. Sample contents: Alypos; Bay of Cromarty; Macbeth; Remains of the Old Mythology; Fisherman's Widow; Dropping Cave; The Mermaid; Literati of Cromarty; Gudewife of Minitarf; Burn of Eathie; and much more.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.