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Description of the Western Islands of Scotland
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DescriptionContaining a full account of their situation, extent, soils, product, harbours ... The antient and modern government, religion and customs of the inhabitants ... A particular account of the second sight, or faculty of foreseeing things to come, by way of vision, so common among them. A brief hint of methods to improve trade in that country, both by sea and land. With a new map of the whole ... To which is added, A brief description of the isles of Orkney and Schetland. / By M. Martin, Gent..
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Ossian Collection
DescriptionSelected books from the Ossian Collection of 327 volumes, originally assembled by J. Norman Methven of Perth. Different editions and translations of James MacPherson's epic poem 'Ossian', some with a map of the 'Kingdom of Connor'. Also secondary material relating to Ossianic poetry and the Ossian controversy.
Early Gaelic Book Collections
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