Lady Nairne and Her Songs (1905)

Lady Nairne and Her Songs is a book written by George Henderson and published in 1905. The book is a biography of Lady Carolina Nairne, a Scottish songwriter and poet who lived from 1766 to 1845. Henderson provides a detailed account of Lady Nairne's life, including her upbringing in a prominent Scottish family, her marriage to a wealthy landowner, and her involvement in the Jacobite movement. The book also includes a comprehensive collection of Lady Nairne's songs and poems, which were popular in Scotland during her lifetime and continue to be performed today. Henderson provides background information on each song, including the inspiration behind it and the circumstances of its composition. Overall, Lady Nairne and Her Songs is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish literature and music, as well as for those interested in the cultural and political history of Scotland during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.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.