Creep Afore Ye Gang: A Song of Home, Love and Freedom (1897)
John Freeland Robertson
Creep Afore Ye Gang: A Song of Home, Love and Freedom (1897)
John Freeland Robertson
Creep Afore Ye Gang: A Song Of Home, Love And Freedom is a book written by John Freeland Robertson and was first published in 1897. The book is a collection of Scottish poems that explore themes of home, love, and freedom. The title of the book is a Scottish phrase that means ""take care before you go"". The poems in the book are written in the Scottish dialect, which adds to the authenticity of the work. They are written in a lyrical style and are often accompanied by musical notation, indicating that they were intended to be sung. The poems cover a range of topics, from the beauty of the Scottish landscape to the struggles of the working class.The book is divided into six sections, each with its own theme. The first section, titled ""Home"", explores the idea of home and the importance of family. The second section, titled ""Love"", explores the many facets of love, including romantic love, familial love, and love of country. The third section, titled ""Freedom"", celebrates the struggle for freedom and the importance of standing up for one's beliefs.The remaining three sections of the book explore more specific themes. The fourth section, titled ""Nature"", celebrates the beauty of the Scottish landscape and the importance of preserving it. The fifth section, titled ""Humor"", provides a lighthearted break from the more serious themes of the previous sections. The final section, titled ""Miscellaneous"", contains a variety of poems that do not fit neatly into any of the other categories.Overall, Creep Afore Ye Gang: A Song Of Home, Love And Freedom is a beautifully written collection of Scottish poems that celebrates the rich culture and history of Scotland. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish literature, culture, or history.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.
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