The Collected Writings of Dougal Graham, "Skellat" Bellman of Glasgow, Vol. 1 of 2

"The Collected Writings of Dougal Graham, 'Skellat' Bellman of Glasgow, Vol. 1 of 2" by Dougal Graham is a compilation, put together by George MacGregor, that showcases the writings of Dougal Graham, a Scottish writer known for his witty commentary on 18th-century Scottish life. The volume begins with an introduction that describes Graham's life, along with how he was tied into the Jacobite Rebellions, while diving into his writings that captured the culture and traditions of his time. The editor points out Graham's historical absence from formal studies of Scottish literature, despite the appeal of his work, and highlights Graham's rise from a difficult background to becoming a celebrated poet and Glasgow's town crier, reporting local news with humor. Due to the interest in Graham's works over the years and with help from people such as Sir Walter Scott, the collection aims to showcase the impact Graham had, while also providing historical context through notes and scholarly analysis, and brings together his scattered and underappreciated writings.