Particularly, did Scottish witch hunts differ greatly from British and European witch hunts due to local superstitions? And were fairies and elves seen as separate to witches, or was all magic considered diabolical?
What are your favorite books that have the folklore of the Isles? I just finished Valor by John Gywnne and noticed elements that reminded me of my childhood so I googled it and found out it was from Welsh folklore. Other favorites of mine are the Lost Years of Merlin by TA Barron. How about you?
In modern times we often think of Irish/Scottish/English folklore and mythology as being a prominent part of everyday life in the past. Banshees, leprechauns, fairies, etc. Movies are made depicting folklore/mythology playing prominent roles in everyday life, books written showing the depth and richness of folklore/mythology for these respective cultures. Even making Irish soda breads we cut a cross to bless it, but also to let the fairies out.
Would the people of these cultures, let’s say between 1700-1800’s (a lot of my post are deleted for not giving a specific time period, but it can be any time period post-paganism/druids once Christianity spread) have thought much of this folklore/mythology in their everyday life or do we make more of it in modern times?
Do we exaggerate the significance of the folklore in the past where it was much less of a way of life back then?
Hi, I'm a writer, and I'm currently working on a character that comes from ancient Scotland. I first off want to state that I am not trying to offend anyone, I'm just genuinely stupid (and American). I know little to nothing about Scottish culture and folklore, henceforth why I'm reaching out. If there's any information I can be given, whether it be books to read or just small notes on anything, PLEASE give 'em. I want to make sure my character is as accurate as possible. Thank you.
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