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Article: 'The Ossianic Controversy'. By Donald Mackinnon, Late 19th or early 20th century

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Identifier: Coll-98/3/1/34

Scope and Contents

In this article, Mackinnon discusses whether Ossian is a valuable component of Gaelic and Scottish literature, and whether MacPherson deserves the praise or disdain often afforded him. This article will provide interesting insights on Victorian perspectives.

Dates

  • Creation: Late 19th or early 20th century

Language of Materials

English

Physical Description

The pages are in excellent condition, despite some discolouring to some pages. The ink is unfaded, but the handwriting may require some concentration to decipher it.

Conditions Governing Access

Open. Please contact the repository in advance.

Extent

1 file

Previous reference

Mackinnon C.10(16)

Physical Description

The pages are in excellent condition, despite some discolouring to some pages. The ink is unfaded, but the handwriting may require some concentration to decipher it.

Physical Facet

Material: Paper

Binding: None; maintained together in a modern paper envelope

Dimensions

20.7 cm x 26.2 cm

Repository Details

Part of the University of Edinburgh Library Heritage Collections Repository

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