
TO THE CUSHAG'S FRIEND
THE WANS FROM UP
LITTLE BOY BEG
COUNTRY COURTSHIP
THE THRAM
WHERE I WAS RARIN' TO
GUILLYN VEGGEY
THE PHYNODDEREE
THE LOAGHTAN BEG
SWEET ETTY OF RHENWEE
In this lively collection, the poet weaves together the humble and the magical, turning ordinary meadow flowers into golden messengers that lift the spirit. The verses celebrate the quiet power of simple deeds, comparing them to shy weeds that bloom with fairy wings when darkness falls. Each stanza invites listeners to pause and feel the gentle glow of nature’s hidden generosity.
The book also captures the chatter of coastal dialects, from a child’s wonder at wandering lights to a crippled boy’s hopeful quest for a royal cure. Playful love scenes unfold in rustic kitchens, where humor and affection dance through misheard words and clumsy courtship. With a warm, conversational tone, the poems echo the rhythms of everyday life while hinting at deeper, timeless myths.
Language
en
Duration
~58 minutes (56K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Al Haines
Release date
2019-06-15
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1852–1937
A vivid voice from the Isle of Man, this poet and playwright captured local speech, folklore, and everyday island life with warmth and wit. Writing as “Cushag,” she helped preserve Manx culture on the page for future generations.
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