A Change O' Deils by Violet Jacob
Angus is a young man living in the Scottish Highlands in the early 1900s. He is a talented musician, but his family is poor and he is unable to pursue his dreams of becoming a professional musician. When his father dies, Angus is left to fend for himself and his family. He takes a job as a shepherd, but his heart is still set on music. One day, Angus meets a mysterious stranger who offers him a chance to make his dreams come true. The stranger tells Angus that if he can learn to play a certain tune, he will be rewarded with a magical instrument that will make him a master musician. Angus agrees and sets off on a journey to learn the tune. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a wise old man, a beautiful girl, and a mysterious creature. As Angus learns the tune, he discovers that it is more than just a song. It is a powerful force that can change the fate of those who hear it. With the help of his newfound friends, Angus must use the song to battle the forces of evil and bring peace to his homeland.
By Violet Jacob · First published 1915 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Scottish Literature, Romance · 283 words
First lines
"A change o' deils is lichtsome." / "Scots Proverb".
My Grannie spent a merry youth, / She niver wantit for a joe, / An gin she tell't me aye the truth, / Richt little was't she kent na o'.
An' whiles afore she gae'd awa' / To bed her doon below the grass, / Says she, "Guidmen I've kistit[6] twa, / But a change o' deils is lichtsome, lass!"
Sae dinna think to maister me, / For Scotland's fu' o' brawlike chiels, / And aiblins[7] ither folk ye'll see / Are fine an' pleased to change their deils.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Violet Jacob
- Date: 1915 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Scottish Literature, Romance, Fantasy
- Length: 283 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The title of the book suggests that it is set in a historical context, and the author, Violet Jacob, is known for writing historical fiction.
- Scottish Literature — The title of the book includes the name 'Angus', which is a Scottish name, suggesting that the book is set in Scotland and is likely to include Scottish themes and characters.
- Romance — Violet Jacob is known for writing romantic fiction, and the title of the book suggests that there may be a romantic element to the story.
- Fantasy — The title of the book includes the phrase 'A Change O' Deils', which could suggest that the book contains elements of fantasy or the supernatural.
Tags
Scottish literature · historical fiction · folklore · supernatural · mythology · rural life · family saga · cultural identity · tradition · conflict · love story · community