Witchcraft and Second Sight in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland

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John Gregorson Campbell collected numerous tales and traditional stories from the folklore of Scotland. Witchcraft & Second Sight in the Highlands & Islands of Scotland was published posthumously in 1902. It collects tales of Scottish witchcraft, magical practices, weather working, second sight, and spectral hauntings.

John Gregorson Campbell (1836-1891) was a minister and folklorist. He collected many stories and tales of the Scottish Highlands and islands. Campbell was born near Loch Linnhe at Kingairloch, Argyll. He was a Free Church minister of the united parishes of Tiree and Coll in Argyll. His work was published in numerous contemporary publications including the Scottish Review, Celtic Magazine, and Highland Monthly.