Alexander Carmichael
Alexander Carmichael (born December 1, 1832 in Taylochan , Lismore , † June 6, 1912 in Edinburgh ) was a Scottish author and folklorist. The Carmina Gadelica collection is considered his main work .
Publications
- Carmina Gadelica , 1900
- Popular Tales of the West Highlands , 1862
- Deirdre and the Lay of the Children of Uisne , 1905. (Edinburgh: Norman MacLeod Publishers)
Web links
- Biographical information on Carmichael (english)
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SURNAME | Carmichael, Alexander |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Scottish author and folklorist |
DATE OF BIRTH | December 1, 1832 |
PLACE OF BIRTH | Taylochan |
DATE OF DEATH | June 6, 1912 |
Place of death | Edinburgh |