4. Redcaps
Mythical Creatures
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Exploring the Elusive Red Caps and Violence in the Scottish Borders
This chapter investigates the distinctions between red caps, Duntas, and Pories, emphasizing the elusive nature of red caps who reside in castles. It discusses the historical backdrop of the Scottish borders as a war zone and the societal inclination to externalize violence through myths, with red caps symbolizing human violence and serving as a means to rationalize threats.
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