MacDonald, Duncan, c1785-1873
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Song entitled 'Laoi Dhiairmaid', 6 April 1869
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Identifier: Coll-97/CW107/42
Scope and Contents
Song entitled 'Laoi Dhiairmaid' probably collected from Duncan MacDonald, [Donnachadh Mac an TÃ illear], from Snaosveall [Sniseabhal/Snishival, Uibhist a Deas/South Uist], which Duncan had heard from his father. The song is a conversation between Diarmaid and Grainne, in which Grainne tries to persuade Diarmaid not to go off to battle. Carmichael notes 'Reciter a smart little man sor[e]ly inflicted with rhumatism. Has a clear blue eye & an intelligent face'. Text has been scored through...
Dates:
6 April 1869