Old Photographs Black Dwarf Statue Scotland

Old photograph of the Black Dwarf Statue, at Manor, near Peebles, Scotland. The Black Dwarf of Peebles. Sir Walter Scott wrote about him, but the character was real. In the churchyard of Manor is the grave of the Black Dwarf, who lived in a cottage erected by himself near Woodhouse farm.





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1 comment:

Brand New Day said...

Hi Sandy, I live near here, and know a little about the Black Dwarf. In his day, he was both feared and respected. He seems to have been a healer/herbalist, and many people thought his powers were gained from his having made a pact with the Devil. What constantly amazes me, though, is that he appears to have been educated and well-informed, yet never travelled more than two miles from his home. Thanks for showing us your photo!

7 August 2010 at 17:48

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