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Post by wireman on Oct 13, 2021 12:18:49 GMT
Today, we will discuss The Two Drovers by Sir Walter Scott
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Post by edwardjohn on Oct 13, 2021 16:58:31 GMT
I love this story. Its essentially Scott's take on differing cultures amongst the single nation state, the idea that certain cultural values have to be sacrificed to become this new, conglomerate one. Once independent nations uniting in unions was a pretty common occurrence at this period of history, and this is Scott's summation of what is good/bad about them. On the good side, you've got multiple new opportunities that wouldn't have been there otherwise; on the bad side: certain cultural norms have to put to one side. Scott was essentially saying that Highlanders had to sacrifice parts of what made them them in order to be a part of this new nation, Great Britain. Regardless of whether you agree with Scott's conclusions, its a brilliant tale.
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Post by spideyman on Oct 13, 2021 17:47:15 GMT
An enjoyable short story. Allows the reader to feel for both men. A cross-cultural friendship between a Scot and an Englishman is central to "The Two Drovers."
Unfortunately, it proves unable to withstand the strain of a misunderstanding, and the dominance of English culture and law.
Added in was the role of superstition and witchcraft, thus giving the reader the taste of the lore and mythology within Scottish life.
The English legal systems wins out in the end. Cultural differences won over friendship.
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Post by wireman on Oct 13, 2021 23:02:55 GMT
This is a wonderful story told at a bit of a leisurely pace. It's a mini history as well as an entertaining story. Scott shows the customs of the different communities. The two friends represent the strained relationship between England and Scotland as the two men have different views on culture and honor. The story is about the Highlander notion of honor.
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Post by wireman on Oct 14, 2021 12:13:05 GMT
Next Wednesday, we will discuss The Gingerbread Girl by Stephen King from Just After Sunset
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Post by edwardjohn on Oct 14, 2021 12:26:33 GMT
This is a wonderful story told at a bit of a leisurely pace. It's a mini history as well as an entertaining story. Scott shows the customs of the different communities. The two friends represent the strained relationship between England and Scotland as the two men have different views on culture and honor. The story is about the Highlander notion of honor.
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Post by edwardjohn on Oct 14, 2021 12:28:34 GMT
An enjoyable short story. Allows the reader to feel for both men. A cross-cultural friendship between a Scot and an Englishman is central to "The Two Drovers."
Unfortunately, it proves unable to withstand the strain of a misunderstanding, and the dominance of English culture and law.
Added in was the role of superstition and witchcraft, thus giving the reader the taste of the lore and mythology within Scottish life.
The English legal systems wins out in the end. Cultural differences won over friendship. |
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Post by wireman on Oct 18, 2021 15:39:39 GMT
Next Wednesday, we will discuss The Gingerbread Girl by Stephen King from Just After Sunset
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Post by edwardjohn on Oct 18, 2021 19:19:00 GMT
Next Wednesday, we will discuss The Gingerbread Girl by Stephen King from Just After Sunset
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Post by Wicked Esther on Oct 19, 2021 18:58:14 GMT
Next Wednesday, we will discuss The Gingerbread Girl by Stephen King from Just After Sunset
Looking forward to this--I'll read fast to be ready! I've had the book forever, but haven't read anything from it yet. (  ) |
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Post by wireman on Oct 19, 2021 20:37:34 GMT
Next Wednesday, we will discuss The Gingerbread Girl by Stephen King from Just After Sunset
Looking forward to this--I'll read fast to be ready! I've had the book forever, but haven't read anything from it yet. (  ) |
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Post by Wicked Esther on Oct 20, 2021 1:11:48 GMT
Looking forward to this--I'll read fast to be ready! I've had the book forever, but haven't read anything from it yet. ( ) Thank you. It's nice to be back & good to see you again, too. 😎 |
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