Lowland Scotch as Spoken in the Lower Strathearn District of Perthshire
Oxford University Press, 1915
TN 232001
Why We Like It: Here's a fascinating look at the Scottish language, with quite a few poems, verses, and idiomatic expressions. The sayings are fascinating, often humorous, and sometimes inspiring. Sayings like: "In tall houses, the top rooms are often empty," and "She can't turn her stockings inside out" (She's inept, not smart), and "You're crowing quite boldly today." Old Scottish is presented alongside more modern English translations. Very interesting and entertaining!
Recommended by: Elder Robbins
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I'm so excited to read this one! I have ancestry from the lowlands so this sounds so fascinating. I may have to start using that "She can't turn her socks inside out" line. :) Thanks for sharing!
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