THE PRINTED LITERATURE OF THE SCOTTISH GAEL
Two interesting bibliographies—Surprising revelations—First Gaelic
printed book—Meagre output prior to the Forty-five—Earliest
original works issued—No complete Bible in type before
1801—Nineteenth century activity—The Highlander’s favourite
books—A revelation of character—His printed literature mainly
religious—Translations—The two books in greatest demand—Dearth
of the masterpieces of other languages—The most popular of
English religious writers—of native bards—Gaelic poetry—The
printed succession—Notable books—Account of the Gaelic
grammars—Dictionaries—Periodicals—Value of the literature 325