An address to Highlanders respecting their native Gaelic

About this book

In a period marked by cultural upheaval and the rise of nationalism, Archibald Farquharson's "An Address to Highlanders Respecting Their Native Gaelic" emerges as a passionate defense of the Gaelic language. This compelling treatise argues for the superiority of Gaelic and Broad Scotch over the English language, emphasizing their intrinsic value in family, social interactions, and lyric poetry. Farquharson's eloquent advocacy not only highlights the unalienable rights of Highlanders to preserve their linguistic heritage but also challenges the dominance of artificial English. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this document serves as a critical resource for understanding the intersection of language, identity, and cultural pride in the Highland community.