The Gentle Shepherd

The Gentle Shepherd

A Pastoral Comedy

Description of the book

Discover the origins of Scottish opera and the influence of Italian classical music in the pastoral comedy 'The Gentle Shepherd'. Written by Allan Ramsay and dedicated to Lady Eglinton, the play takes us on a delightful journey through the rustic countryside of the Scottish Lowlands in the 18th century. With its happy descriptive scenes and charming portrayal of country life, it is a true gem of Scottish literature.

Author.Allan Ramsay

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English

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