A Galloway Song

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By John Keats

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"A Galloway Song" is a vivid and spirited glimpse into a joyful moment in the Scottish Highlands, where the narrator stumbles upon a wedding procession. What unfolds is a heartfelt celebration of love, beauty, and tradition—centered around the radiant bride, Peggy, and her enchanting entourage.

Unlike many of Keats' more famous works, this poem stands out for its use of the Scots dialect, lending it a sense of place and cultural authenticity. Still, it bears his signature style—rich imagery, a reverence for nature, and lyrical beauty. This piece reflects a time when Romantic poets, Keats among them, were drawn to the mystique and charm of Scottish culture, capturing fleeting moments of life with a painter's eye and a poet's soul.

A Galloway Song