The book explores the surge in interest surrounding national and local identity in Scotland following the 2014 referendum on independence. It delves into the complexities of Scottish identity, examining how the political landscape has influenced cultural and social perceptions. Through various perspectives, the narrative highlights the evolving nature of what it means to be Scottish in a post-referendum context, engaging with themes of nationalism, community, and belonging.
The analysis delves into Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven," highlighting its immense popularity and financial success since its 1845 release. It discusses the public's enthusiastic reception and the poem's significant impact on American literature. Additionally, the paper references Poe's subsequent essay, "The Philosophy of Composition," published in 1846, which offers insights into his creative process and the thematic depth of his work. This exploration provides a scholarly perspective on the intersections of poetry and critical theory in the context of Romanticism.
Examination Thesis from the year 2003 in the subject English Language and
Literature Studies - Linguistics, grade: 1.0, University of Heidelberg
(English Department), course: English Linguistics, language: English,
abstract: The present analysis will focus on two major aspects: the local
vernacular as employed in Hawick and its usage in the school context. The
emphasis lies on the present linguistic situation in terms of language usage
and attitudes of both pupils and teachers. The second chapter will supply a
brief social, linguistic and historical outline of Hawick and Southern Scots.
Subsequently, in the third chapter the methodology and aspects of language
attitudes and their measurement will be described. The fourth chapter, being
the main part of the study, is subdivided into two sections. Firstly, the
linguistic situation in Hawick in general will be illustrated, and
extralinguistic variables are taken into account whenever they prove to be
statistically significant. The final part of the analysis, chapter 4.2, will
clarify language use and attitudes towards the vernacular in the school
context. The conclusion in chapter five will summarize the most important
results and might also serve as an impetus for further dialect and attitude
studies.
