"Songs of Angus and More Songs of Angus" by Violet Jacob is a compilation of poems, mainly in Scots dialect, that display the unique identity, environment, and sentiments of Angus, Scotland during the early 1900s. The poems center on the themes of yearning, remembering the past, and feeling tied to one's homeland, showing the lives and memories of people who have either left or dream of going back to their origins. Jacob combines vivid pictures by using various poems that show a strong feeling of Scottish identity and emotional depth. Readers will see different people and places that show both pride and sadness about how time passes and things change. Each poem captures a specific time or feeling, whether it is the lovely charm of country life, the sadness of losing someone, or the beauty of nature, all brought to life with Jacob's sharp observations and skilled writing. The collection is both a celebration of Scottish culture and a touching reflection on what it means to be human when dealing with memories, love, and grief, making it an important work for anyone who loves Scottish poem or is interested in the theme of nostalgia.

Songs of Angus and More Songs of Angus
By Violet Jacob
Experience the heartfelt beauty of early 20th century Scotland through poems that capture both the simple charm of rural life and the deep emotions that come with love, loss, and longing for home.
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2006-03-06
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About the AuthorViolet Jacob was a Scottish writer known especially for her historical novel Flemington and for her poetry, mainly in Scots. She was described by a fellow Scottish poet Hugh MacDiarmid as "the most considerable of contemporary vernacular poets".
Violet Jacob was a Scottish writer known especially for her historical novel Flemington and for her poetry, mainly in Scots. She was described by a fellow Scottish poet Hugh MacDiarmid as "the most considerable of contemporary vernacular poets".
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