Transcriptions of MS Harleian 5280 (Cath Maige Tuired), Late 19th or early 20th century
Scope and Contents
This notebook contains transcriptions of the Harleian 5280 manuscript, in as close a rendering as possible to the original (including typeface). There are also notes in English alongside many of the transcriptions. It is not clear when or by whom this notebook was written, or what their intended purpose with the document was. According to the annotations on the front cover of the notebook, the contents may specifically refer to the Cat Maige Tuired (modern Irish spelling: Cath Maighe Tuireadh), meaning 'the Battle of Magh Tuireadh'.
Dates
- Creation: Late 19th or early 20th century
Creator
- From the Fonds: Mackinnon, Donald, 1839-1914 (Professor of Celtic, University of Edinburgh) (Author, Person)
Language of Materials
Transcriptions in Classical Gaelic
Some translations and descriptions in English
Conditions Governing Access
Open. Please contact the repository in advance.
Full Extent
1 notebook
Previous reference
Mackinnon C.35
Physical Description
The pages themselves are in good condition. The cover is showing signs of aging, which includes some lacerations on the spine, therefore the notebook is vulnerable to damage. The ink is unfaded, and the handwriting is relatively clear.
Physical Facet
Material: Paper
Binding: Contemporary string and cover
Dimensions
18.6 cm x 22.8 cm
Repository Details
Part of the University of Edinburgh Library Heritage Collections Repository
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