A Hantle O Verse: Poems in Scots for Children

A Hantle O Verse: Poems in Scots for Children

by Michael Elder (Author), Bette Boyd (Author)

Synopsis

With its rich mixture of Blethers, Bairns, Bogles, Beasties, Ballads, Battles and Bourachs, this poetry collection draws upon a range of languages and dialects of Scotland, from the Lallans of the south and the Doric of the north-east, to the distinctive speech rhythms of Caithness and the northern isles. Experience the sounds and cadences of the Scots language by reading aloud the poems contained within this anthology. This is a book to be enjoyed not just by children, but by all.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 96
Edition: 1st Edition.
Publisher: NMSE - Publishing Ltd
Published: 28 Aug 2003

ISBN 10: 1901663736
ISBN 13: 9781901663730
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years

Media Reviews
...a good book and a much needed one. ...it is hard to find a collection as useful and wide-ranging. ...All lovers of Scottish poetry...should have this book on their shelves. ...The authors are to be congratulated on this varied and stimulating collection. -- Speaking English, Journal of the English Speaking Board (International), Spring 2004.
Author Bio
Bette Boyd has been a drama teacher, actor, broadcaster with the BBC and lecturer and examiner in Presentation skills in schools, colleges and universities.Michael Elder was an actor and broadcaster and writer of television and radio scripts and novels.