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Peter Capaldi's new album, the great Ossian myth, Brian Friel's short stories

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The Ossian Myth and Cultural Identity

This chapter explores the Ossian myth, a literary hoax by James Macpherson that significantly influenced 18th-century Scottish poetry and culture. It discusses the creation of the new play 'Through the Short Bed Tin,' which tackles themes of Scottish identity and storytelling while reflecting on the enduring fascination with the myth despite its exposure as a fraud. Through this narrative, the chapter highlights the complexities of cultural representation and the ongoing impact of Gaelic heritage in contemporary storytelling.

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