Highways and Byways in the Border - Lang, Andrew; Lang, John
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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Andrew Lang (1844-1912) was a versatile Scottish scholar renowned for his work as a poet, novelist, literary critic, and contributor to anthropology. He now is best recognized for his role as a collector and publisher of folk and fairy tales. A prolific author, Lang's extensive bibliography includes works ranging from his famous 'Fairy Books' series to tomes on mythology, history, and anthropology. 'Highways and Byways in the Border,' published in 1913 after his death, illustrates Lang's enchantment with the Scottish borders, rich with historical anecdotes and local traditions, reflecting his deep appreciation for folklore and storytelling. He was among the first to take a serious approach to the study of myth and folklore; his 'Custom and Myth' (1884) and 'Myth, Ritual, and Religion' (1887) demonstrate this interest. Lang's literary style often blends a scrupulous attention to detail, a characteristic of his academic background, with a whimsical narrative voice that enlivens his storytelling. His work laid the groundwork for future folklorists and cultural historians, combining rigorous scholarship with accessible writing, broadening interest in cultural mythology and fairy tales. His collaboration with illustrators such as H. J. Ford for the 'Fairy Books' left a lasting visual legacy accompanying his literary contributions. Lang was also a gifted polyglot, translating works from ancient Greek and other languages into English, underscoring his facility with language and his broad scholarly reach.