James Hogg (1899)

by George Brisbane Douglas

Book Overview

James Hogg (1899) is a biography written by George Brisbane Douglas about the life of Scottish poet and novelist James Hogg. The book provides a comprehensive account of Hogg's life, from his humble beginnings as a shepherd in the Scottish Borders to his rise as one of the most prominent literary figures of his time. Douglas explores Hogg's literary achievements, including his most famous works, The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner and The Queen's Wake, as well as his contributions to Scottish culture and folklore. The biography also delves into Hogg's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and fellow writers. Throughout the book, Douglas provides a vivid portrayal of Hogg's personality, his struggles, and his legacy, making this biography an essential read for anyone interested in Scottish literature and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436883156
• ISBN13: 9781436883153
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"