Autore: John Gregorson Campbell

John Gregorson Campbell (1836–1891) was a noted Scottish folklorist and Free Church minister who dedicated a significant portion of his life to the collection and preservation of the folklore of the Scottish Highlands and Islands. His magnum opus, “Witchcraft & Second Sight in the Highlands & Islands of Scotland, ” published posthumously in 1902, remains a seminal work that offers a comprehensive look into the supernatural beliefs and practices that permeated Scottish rural communities in the 19th century. Campbell”s keen observation and authentic compilation of oral traditions, charms, and folk beliefs provide a window into the cultural psyche and narrative traditions of the native Gaelic speakers of his time. His work is characterized by a meticulous approach and a respectful handling of local cultures and traditions, which has earned him a reputation as a scholarly standout in the field of folkloristics. As a Free Church minister in Tiree and Coll, he had unparalleled access to the insular communities whose trust he gained, allowing him to document stories and practices that might otherwise have been lost to history. Campbell”s literary style marries the factual precision of an ethnologist with the narrative flair of a storyteller, making his contributions invaluable to both academic researchers and general readers with an interest in Scottish cultural heritage.