Tales Of My Own Country (1922)

Tales of My Own Country is a collection of short stories written by Violet Jacob and published in 1922. The book is set in the Scottish countryside and focuses on the lives of the people who live there. The stories are told from the perspective of a narrator who is deeply connected to the land and the people who inhabit it. The book is divided into two parts: the first part contains stories that are more lighthearted and humorous, while the second part is more serious and explores themes of love, loss, and death. The stories are all interconnected, with recurring characters and themes that tie them together. One of the most notable aspects of Tales of My Own Country is its use of Scottish dialect and language. Jacob writes in a way that captures the unique speech patterns and vocabulary of the Scottish people, which adds to the authenticity of the stories. Overall, Tales of My Own Country is a charming and poignant collection of stories that offers a glimpse into the lives of people living in rural Scotland. Jacob's writing is rich and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the landscape and the people who call it home.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.