Publisher's Synopsis
Lady Nairne And Her Songs is a book written by George Henderson and published in 1905. The book is a biography of Lady Nairne, a Scottish songwriter who lived in the 18th and 19th centuries. The book provides a detailed account of Lady Nairne's life, including her family background, her education, and her marriage. The main focus of the book, however, is on Lady Nairne's songwriting career. Lady Nairne wrote over 80 songs, many of which are still well-known and beloved in Scotland today. The book includes the lyrics to many of Lady Nairne's most famous songs, as well as the stories behind their creation. Lady Nairne And Her Songs also provides a glimpse into the social and political climate of Scotland during Lady Nairne's lifetime. Lady Nairne was a Jacobite sympathizer, and many of her songs express support for the Stuart cause. The book explores the political context in which Lady Nairne wrote her songs, as well as the ways in which her songs were received by the public. Overall, Lady Nairne And Her Songs is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of Scotland's most beloved songwriters. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of Lady Nairne, as well as the enduring legacy of her music.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.
