Scottish Poetry of the Sixteenth Century

Scottish Poetry Of The Sixteenth Century is a collection of poems written by some of the most prominent Scottish poets of the time. The book includes works by Sir David Lyndsay, John Bellenden, King James V, Sir Richard Maitland, Alexander Scot, and Alexander Montgomerie. These poets were known for their contributions to the Scottish Renaissance and their influence on Scottish literature.Sir David Lyndsay was a court poet and a prominent figure in Scottish literature during the 16th century. His works, including Ane Satyre of the Thrie Estaitis, were known for their satirical and political commentary. John Bellenden was a translator who translated the first five books of Livy's History of Rome into Scottish vernacular. King James V was a poet and patron of the arts who wrote in both Scots and English. Sir Richard Maitland was a poet and lawyer who wrote in Scots and Latin. Alexander Scot was a court poet who wrote in Scots and Latin. Alexander Montgomerie was a poet and courtier who wrote in Scots and English.The poems in this collection cover a wide range of themes, including love, politics, religion, and morality. They are written in a variety of forms, including sonnets, ballads, and epic poems. The book provides a valuable insight into Scottish literature during the 16th century and the cultural and political context in which these poets wrote. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish literature and history.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.