The Gentle Shepherd A Scotch Pastoral

""The Gentle Shepherd: A Scotch Pastoral"" is a play written by Scottish poet Allan Ramsay. Set in the rural countryside of Scotland, the play tells the story of two young lovers, Peggy and Patie, who must overcome the obstacles of class and tradition to be together. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a cunning matchmaker, a bumbling suitor, and a wise old shepherd who helps guide them on their journey. Through witty dialogue, charming songs, and a touch of romance, Ramsay captures the beauty and simplicity of Scottish rural life in the 18th century. This classic work of Scottish literature continues to be celebrated for its humor, warmth, and timeless themes of love and community.I'm born, O Patie, to an adverse fate! I'm born to strive with hardships sad and great. Tempests may cease to dash the rolling flood, The rav'n and fox to long for lambkin's blood: But I, opprest with never-ending grief, Must still despair of lighting on relief.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.