The Heather In Lore, Lyric And Lay - Alexander Wallace - Bog

The Heather In Lore, Lyric And Lay by Alexander Wallace is a comprehensive study of the heather plant and its significance in Scottish culture. The book explores the heather's role in folklore, poetry, and song, tracing its use in both pagan and Christian traditions. The author delves into the symbolism of the heather, examining its associations with love, death, and rebirth. He also examines the plant's medicinal properties and its uses in traditional crafts such as basket weaving and dyeing. This book is a fascinating exploration of the heather's place in Scottish history and culture, and is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in folklore, botany, or Scottish heritage.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.