New edition of a celebrated Scottish poet’s work, newly corrected and enlarged for today’s readers. This collection gathers Hector Macneill’s poems and songs, including pieces not found in prior editions, carefully reorganized to reflect the author’s original sequence and language.
The book offers a wide-ranging portrait of Scottish lyric and narrative verse, combining classic ballads, intimate odes, and public songs. It presents a broader view of the poet’s career, with added pieces and revised text that reflect his mature craft and enduring appeal.
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Excerpt from The Poetical Works of Hector Macneill, Esq., Vol. 1 of 2: A New Edition, Corrected and Enlarged
Who least affecting, still affect the most; Feel as they write, and write but as they feel, Bear witness Gifford, S'otheby.
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