| Author |
Ford, Robert, 1846-1905 |
| Illustrator |
Duncan, John, 1866-1945 |
| Title |
Thistledown: A Book of Scotch Humour, Character, Folk-lore, Story & Anecdote
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| Alternate Title |
Thistledown: A Book of Scotch Humour, Character, Folk-lore, Story and Anecdote
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Alexander Gardner,1913,pubdate 1921.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Thistledown: A Book of Scotch Humour, Character, Folk-lore, Story & Anecdote" by Robert Ford is a collection of humorous essays and anecdotes reflecting Scottish culture and character, likely written in the late 19th century. The work delves into various aspects of Scottish life, capturing the quirks and nuances of the Scottish tongue, and showcasing the unique blend of pathos and humor inherent to the people. Through a wide range of stories, it aims to provide not just laughter but also insight into the heart of Scottish identity. The opening of the book establishes the significance of the Scottish language, asserting that its richness and expressiveness are vital to understanding Scotland’s history and culture. Ford argues against the idea that the language is fading from the upper echelons of society, emphasizing that humor is ingrained in the Scottish character, appearing in the most unexpected places and situations. He introduces anecdotes that illustrate the intricacies of dialects across Scotland, highlighting both the charm and the humor found in its everyday use. As he lays the groundwork for the themes of the book, Ford positions Scotch humour not just as a source of entertainment but as a reflection of the nation’s spirit and resilience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Scotland -- Social life and customs
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| Subject |
Scottish wit and humor
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| Subject |
National characteristics, Scottish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67576 |
| Release Date |
Mar 6, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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