The New Testament In Scots

William Laughton Lorimer

ISBN 10: 0140075712 / ISBN 13: 9780140075717

Published by Penguin 05/09/1985, 1985

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Synopsis:

In making the Scots translation of the New Testament W.L. Lorimer undertook the task of recreating Scots prose, ransacking all available oral and literary linguistic sources and scrutinizing upwards of 180 other translations in many languages. He took pains to reflect the range of style of the various authors thus enabling him to demonstrate the variety, vigour and vitality of Scots prose.

Review: "A majestic work of scholarship . . . a notable contribution to our literary and linguistic heritage." (The Times)

"A great literary achievement in its own right . . . [that] not only restores life to Scots but to the New Testament itself." (Scotsman)

"An extraordinary feat of imaginative scholarship." (Professor David Daiches)

"Probably the most considerable accomplishment in Scots prose literature to have been writte in hundreds of years." (Spectator)

Bibliographic Details

Title: The New Testament In Scots
Publisher: Penguin 05/09/1985
Publication Date: 1985
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good