Written in 1896, this first collection of short stories was to mark the start of 'a new vein, rich and untried' of Scottish literature. Breaking away from the Kailyard school, the author draws one into the reality of the culture and traditions of the Highlander, strengthening the illusion by the judicious use of Gaelic words and phrases. The title story can be read as an allegory of the history of Highland culture and its decline. This edition marks the 65th anniversary of the writer’s death and has the benefit of useful textual notes by Ronnie Renton. (The author is famed for his light hearted Para Handy tales, also for his John Splendid oeuvre).
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