Publisher's Synopsis
The Bothie of Toper-Ma-Fuosich is a pastoral poem written by Arthur Hugh Clough and published in 1849. The poem is set in the Scottish Highlands and tells the story of a group of young men who have taken a long vacation to study and enjoy nature. The title of the poem refers to a bothie, which is a Scottish term for a small cottage or hut used by laborers or farm workers. The bothie in the poem is located in the remote and rugged landscape of Toper-Ma-Fuosich.The poem is written in a conversational style and is divided into four parts. The first part introduces the characters and their reasons for coming to the bothie. The second part describes their daily activities, which include hiking, fishing, and reading. The third part focuses on the romantic relationships that develop between the characters. The final part of the poem explores the themes of change and loss as the young men prepare to leave the bothie and return to their normal lives.The Bothie of Toper-Ma-Fuosich is notable for its use of Scottish dialect and its portrayal of rural life in the Scottish Highlands. The poem also reflects Clough's interest in social and political issues, particularly the role of education in society. Overall, The Bothie of Toper-Ma-Fuosich is a charming and nostalgic work that captures the beauty and simplicity of life in the Scottish countryside.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.
