Songs of Angus: THE LOST LICHT (A PERTHSHIRE LEG
The Lost Licht is a historical novel set in the Scottish Highlands in the late 19th century. It tells the story of Angus, a young man who is determined to find the lost licht, a magical stone that is said to bring good luck and fortune to its owner. Angus sets out on a quest to find the licht, but his journey is filled with danger and adventure. Along the way, he meets a mysterious old man who tells him stories of the past and helps him on his quest. He also meets a beautiful girl named Catriona, who helps him in his search. As Angus continues his search, he discovers secrets about his family’s past and the truth about the licht. He must face his fears and confront the dark forces that are trying to keep the licht hidden. In the end, Angus must decide if he will risk everything to find the licht and bring good fortune to his family.
By Violet Jacob · First published 1915 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Folklore, Fantasy · 557 words
First lines
The weary, weary days gang by, The weary nichts they fa', I mauna rest, I canna lie Since my ain bairn's awa'.
The soughing o' the springtide breeze Abune her heid blaws sweet, There's nests amang the kirkyaird trees And gowans at her feet.
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Songs of Angus: THE LOST LICHT (A PERTHSHIRE LEGEND) 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, Folklore, Fantasy, Romance, Adventure
- Length: 557 words
- Structure: 1 section, 18 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is based on a Perthshire legend, which is set in a specific time period and place.
- Folklore — The book is based on a Perthshire legend, which is a type of folklore.
- Fantasy — The book contains elements of fantasy, such as mythical creatures and magical powers.
- Romance — The book contains romantic elements, such as love stories and relationships.
Tags
Perthshire · legend · Scottish folklore · mythology · poetry · cultural heritage · nature · rural life · historical fiction · local legends · storytelling · traditional tales