The cult-figure of McGonagall was legendary as the 'worst poet of all time'. Mangled metre, rhythm, McGonagall's work was characterised by these much- lampooned features. He was ridiculed in the UK and US from 1870 when his work started to appear in journals and magazines. This title provides a fascinating portrayal of the poet and his verse.
The book offers an immersive exploration of Scotland's cultural identity, highlighting its rich history, art, and traditions. Through the perspectives of Richard Demarco and Roddy Martine, readers are taken on a journey from ancient pilgrimage routes to contemporary artistic expressions. It examines the deep connections between Scotland's past and its vibrant cultural scene today. Ideal for festival lovers, cultural explorers, and history enthusiasts, this sequel celebrates Scotland's enduring spirit and quest for meaning.
To travel the road to Meikle Seggie is to undertake any journeywhich offers unexpected opportunities for intellectual growth andself-discovery. In the 1970s, Richard Demarco embarked on a series of journeys,starting in Edinburgh, to recover a sense of our living culture in theenvironments around us.
This is a collection of Richard Demarco's essays, writings and around 200 images celebrating the relationship between himself and German artist Joseph Beuys. It includes forewords by Keith Hartley and Douglas Hall.