Bøger af Ian MacLaren

Rev. John Watson (3 November 1850 - 6 May 1907), known by his pen name Ian Maclaren, was a Scottish author and theologian.He was the son of John Watson, a civil servant. He was born in Manningtree, Essex, and educated at Stirling and at Edinburgh University, later studying theology at New College, Edinburgh, and at Tübingen. In 1874 he became a minister of the Free Church of Scotland and became assistant minister of Edinburgh Barclay Church. Subsequently, he was minister at Logiealmond in Perthshire and at Glasgow, and in 1880 he became minister of Sefton Park Presbyterian Church, Liverpool, from which he retired in 1905.

Beside the Bonnie Brier Bush is a collection of short stories written by Scottish author Ian Maclaren. The book was first published in 1894 and quickly became a bestseller, cementing Maclaren's place as one of Scotland's most beloved writers. The stories are set in the fictional town of Drumtochty, which is based on Maclaren's own childhood home in Perthshire. They offer a glimpse into the lives of the town's residents, who are mostly farmers and laborers. The stories are heartwarming and often humorous, but also deal with serious themes like poverty, illness, and death. The title of the book comes from a line in one of the stories, where a character describes the beauty of the Scottish countryside: ""Beside the bonnie brier bush, in the blooming heather, there's a song that rises up to the blue sky from the heart of Drumtochty."" Maclaren's writing is known for its vivid descriptions of rural life in Scotland, and his characters are often based on real people he knew. The book is considered a classic of Scottish literature and is still widely read today.1895. Ian Maclaren is the pen name of Dr. John Watson, a popular preacher and able minister. He published a number of religious works under his own name, but as Ian Maclaren he was known as a leading member of the Kailyard School of Scottish fiction which came into being towards the end of the nineteenth century. Maclaren's first work in this genre, is this volume, Beside the Bonnie Brier Bush. Contents: Domsie; A Highland Mystic; His Mother's Sermon; The Transformation of Lachlan Campbell; The Cunning Speech of Drumtochty; A Wise Woman; A Doctor of the Old School. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

" In "His Majesty Ba & Some Common People" by Ian Maclaren, step into a world where the lives of ordinary individuals intertwine with the captivating story of Ba, a beloved and wise character who impacts the lives of those around him. This poignant collection of stories explores the themes of compassion, humanity, and the power of ordinary people to make a profound difference.Through Ian Maclaren's storytelling, readers are introduced to a diverse cast of characters, each with their own struggles, joys, and triumphs. Ba, with his wisdom and humility, serves as a guiding force, imparting valuable lessons and reminding us of the beauty and significance of everyday moments.The stories in "His Majesty Ba & Some Common People" delve into the depths of human emotions, portraying the complexities of life and the interconnectedness of our experiences. From small acts of kindness to moments of profound insight, readers witness the transformative power of compassion, empathy, and understanding.Join Ba and the common people as they navigate the challenges and joys of life, finding solace, inspiration, and wisdom in the ordinary moments that shape their journeys."

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Ian Maclaren was the pen name for the Rev. Dr John Watson who was born in Manningtree, Essex on 3rd November 1850.Watson was educated at Stirling in Scotland before studying at Edinburgh University. After graduating he then trained as a Free Church minister at New College in Edinburgh, as well as undertaking postgraduate studies at Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany a renowned centre for Theological and Religious Studies.In 1874 he obtained his license from the Free Church of Scotland and became assistant minister of Edinburgh Barclay Church.The following year, 1875, he was ordained as minister at Logiealmond in Perthshire before in 1877, transferring to St Matthews Free Church in Glasgow.In 1880 Watson became minister of Sefton Park Presbyterian Church in Liverpool and became a prime instigator for the founding of the Westminster College in Cambridge.Watson published his first volume of short stories, 'Beside the Bonnie Brier Bush', about rural Scottish life in 1894, under the pseudonym Ian MacLaren; the book became a best-seller with sales of over 700,000 copies.Further works followed including 'The Days of Auld Lang Syne' (1895), 'Kate Carnegie and those Ministers' (1896), and 'Afterwards and other Stories' (1898).Several volumes of sermons, under his own name, were also published including 'The Upper Room' (1895), 'The Mind of the Master' (1896) and 'The Potter's Wheel' (1897).In 1896 he was made the Lyman Beecher lecturer at Yale University, and in 1900 he was moderator of the synod of the English Presbyterian Church.Whilst travelling in the United States he died from blood poisoning, following a bout of tonsillitis, on 6th May at Mount Pleasant, Iowa. He was 56.His body was repatriated to England, and buried in Smithdown Cemetery in Liverpool.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.