The Beadle O' Drumlee
The Beadle o' Drumlee is a collection of poems by Violet Jacob, a Scottish poet and novelist. The poems are set in the fictional village of Drumlee, located in the Scottish Highlands. The poems tell the stories of the people of Drumlee, their lives, loves, and struggles. The poems are written in a lyrical style, and often feature traditional Scottish music and imagery. The poems explore themes of love, loss, and the beauty of the Scottish landscape. The collection also includes a few poems about Angus, a character who is a central figure in the village. Angus is a wise and kind man who is respected by all the villagers. Through his stories and songs, he brings the people of Drumlee together and helps them to understand the importance of community and friendship.
By Violet Jacob · First published 1915 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama · 267 words
First lines
Them that's as highly placed as me (Wha am the beadle o' Drumlee) Should na be prood, nor yet owre free.
Me an' the meenister, ye ken, Are no the same as a' thae men We hae for neebours i' the glen.
The Lord gie'd him some lairnin' sma' An me guid sense abune them a', An them nae wuts to ken wha's wha.
Ye'd think, to hear the lees they tell, The Sawbath day could mind itsel' Withoot a hand to rug the bell,
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The Beadle O' Drumlee is listed on Textopian as a short story by Violet Jacob, dated 1915 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Violet Jacob
- Date: 1915 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama, Folklore, Literary Fiction
- Length: 267 words
- Structure: 1 section, 11 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in Scotland in the early 1900s and follows the life of Angus, a young man living in a rural village.
- Romance — The book follows Angus' romantic relationships with two women, and explores the themes of love and loss.
- Drama — The book follows Angus' life as he navigates the highs and lows of his relationships, and the struggles of living in a rural village.
- Folklore — The book is set in Scotland and includes references to traditional Scottish folklore and superstitions.
Tags
Scottish literature · historical fiction · rural life · community · tradition · family dynamics · coming of age · identity · conflict · love · loss · cultural heritage