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Older Scots Reading Group
The Older Scots Reading Group is for people interested in literature produced in Scotland between 1375-1550. This is an incredibly rich period, featuring authors experimenting with form and language. The texts themselves are written in Older Scots – a language closely related to Middle English, but with some unique attributes. This reading group will provide a relaxed introduction to this period and language. This term we will focus on reading and comprehension. We will read one fairly short poem (300 lines max) per week by some of the most prominent Scottish Makars – Robert Henryson, William Dunbar, and Gavin Douglas. No intensive preparation required. Both undergraduates and postgraduates are welcome. There may be snacks! If you have any questions, contact megan.bushnell@ling-phil.ox.ac.uk.
Type: Seminar Series
Series organiser:
Megan Bushnell
Talks:
Wednesday 28 January 2025
Older Scots Reading Group: Palyce of Honour, First Part, ll. 127-771
Date: 28 January 2026, 14:30 - 15:30
Speaker
Various Speakers
Venue Details: Room 30.401 in the Schwarzman Centre
Organisers:
TBA
Hosts:
TBA
Wednesday 11 February 2025
Older Scots Reading Group: Palyce of Honour, First Part, ll. 127-771
Date: 11 February 2026, 14:30 - 15:30
Speaker
Various Speakers
Venue Details: Room 30.401 in the Schwarzman Cent
Organisers:
TBA
Hosts:
TBA
Wednesday 18 February 2025
Older Scots Reading Group: Palyce of Honour, Seconde Part, ll. 772-1287
Date: 18 February 2026, 14:30 - 15:30
Speaker
Various Speakers
Venue Details: Room 30.401 in the Schwarzman Centre
Organisers:
TBA
Hosts:
TBA
Wednesday 25 February 2025
Older Scots Reading Group: Palyce of Honour, Seconde Part, ll. 772-1287
Date: 25 February 2026, 14:30 - 15:30
Speaker
Various Speakers
Venue Details: Room 30.401 in the Schwarzman Centre
Organisers:
TBA
Hosts:
TBA
Wednesday 11 March 2025
Older Scots Reading Group: Palyce of Honour, Thyrd Part, ll. 1288-2142 & Palyce of Honour, Dedication, ll. 2142-2169
Date: 11 March 2026, 14:30 - 15:30
Speaker
Various Speakers
Venue Details: Room 30.401 in the Schwarzman Centre
Organisers:
TBA
Hosts:
TBA
Editors:
Katy Terry,
Hope Lukonyomoi-Otunnu
