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Auld Licht Idyls

By J. M. Barrie
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Publisher Description

"Auld Licht Idylls" is a collection of short stories by J.M. Barrie, first published in 1888. Barrie is best known for creating Peter Pan, but "Auld Licht Idylls" showcases his early work and his talent for capturing the essence of Scottish life.

The stories in this collection are set in the fictional village of Thrums, modeled after Barrie's hometown of Kirriemuir in Scotland. They portray the everyday lives, customs, and interactions of the villagers, particularly the members of the Auld Licht (Old Light) congregation, a strict and conservative religious sect. Through a mix of humor, pathos, and keen observation, Barrie paints vivid portraits of these characters and their community.

"Auld Licht Idylls" is notable for its detailed depiction of Scottish rural life in the late 19th century, as well as for its use of Scots dialect and Barrie's distinctive narrative style. The collection helped establish Barrie's literary reputation and remains a charming exploration of small-town dynamics and human nature.

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