Author : Charles MacLean
Publisher : Appletree Press (IE)
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 50,13 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Castles
ISBN : 9780862815462
The castles exemplify most periods and styles; from the stone castles and Byzantine influenced fortresses of the 12th and 13th centuries to the impressive edifices of the 16th century. Illustrated throughout.
Author : Geoff Holder
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 38,64 MB
Release : 2014-02-03
Category : History
ISBN : 0750956860
The Little Book of Scotland is a funny, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of the sort of frivolous, fantastic or simply strange information which no-one will want to be without. Discover the most unusual crimes and punishments, eccentric inhabitants, famous sons and daughters and literally hundreds of wacky facts. Geoff Holder's latest book contains historic and contemporary trivia including such gems as the real story of William 'Braveheart' Wallace, which king was murdered in a barn, and where the Second World War Commandos were formed. From Sir Walter Scott to Sir Sean Connery and Queen Victoria to Mary Queens of Scots, this is a remarkably engaging little book, essential reading for visitors and Scots alike.
Author : Chris Tabraham
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 12,94 MB
Release : 2017-09-07
Category : History
ISBN : 0008265151
A handy guide to nearly 140 of Scotland’s most dramatic castles and strongholds, all of which are open to the public. Optimised for colour tablets. The images in this ebook are not suitable for viewing on black and white e-ink devices.
Author :
Publisher : Kelpies
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 18,40 MB
Release : 2019-03-21
Category :
ISBN : 9781782505624
Lay siege to Stirling Castle, spot Nessie hiding at Urquhart Castle, have a feast with Mary Queen of Scots and escape Edinburgh Castle's dungeons! This book introduces little explorers to Scotland's history through its most famous castles. Moving parts let them pull up a portcullis, lower a drawbridge, tunnel out of the dungeons, blow up a tower and set off an amazing firework display. Each page is inspired by a real Scottish castle and the bright and exciting illustrations are packed full of historical detail helping young children to learn as they play. An ideal gift for children with Scottish families, this large board book is chunky but lightweight with sturdy moving parts that are just the right size for little hands.
Author : Orange Hippo!
Publisher : OH
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 25,22 MB
Release : 2023-08-03
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1800694024
Land of spectacular landscapes, rich history and fabulous legends. With its jaw-dropping beauty, magnificent architecture, superb art and culture, and friendly, hospitable people, Scotland is consistently ranked as one of the world's best-loved destinations. Packed full of fabulous facts, as well as wise and witty quotes from famous Scots, The Little Book of Scotland captures the nation at its glorious best. Covering everything from sparkling lochs and brooding castles to spellbinding legends and famous sons and daughters – not to mention tartan, haggis and whisky – it's a wonderful celebration of this vibrant, extraordinary land. 'This is a city of shifting light, of changing skies, of sudden vistas. A city so beautiful it breaks the heart again and again.' - Alexander McCall Smith, on Edinburgh 'There are two seasons in Scotland: June and winter.' - Billy Connolly The Edinburgh International Festival is one of the largest performing arts festivals in the world. It attracts over 300,000 people annually. Scotland has more than 790 islands, 94 of which are inhabited. One of its most famous and spectacular is the enchanting Isle of Skye. It is the second-biggest island, though it has more sheep than people. Scotland's national dish is the much-loved haggis. It is made with the heart, liver and lungs of a sheep, which are boiled in the animal's stomach.
Author : Janet Brennan-Inglis
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 28,24 MB
Release : 2014-07-07
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0750958103
Scotland’s Castles is a beautifully illustrated celebration and account of the renaissance of Scottish castles that has taken place since 1950. Over 100 ruined and derelict buildings – from tiny towers to rambling baronial mansions – have been restored as homes, hotels and holiday lets. These restorations have mainly been carried out by new owners without any connections to the land or the family history of the buildings, which they bought as ruins. Their struggles and triumphs, including interviews and first-person accounts, form the core of the book, set in the context of the enormous social, political and economic changes of the late twentieth century.
Author : Mickey Mayhew
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 10,13 MB
Release : 2015-01-05
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0750963131
Mary Queen of Scots is perhaps one of the most controversial and divisive monarchs in regal history. Her story reads like a particularly spicy novel, with murder, kidnap, adultery, assassination and execution. To some she is one of the most wronged women in history, a pawn used and abused by her family in the great monarchical marriage game; to others, a murderous adulteress who committed regicide to marry her lover and then spent years in captivity for the crime, endlessly plotting the demise of her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I of England. This book covers the breathtaking scope of her amazing life and examines the immense cultural legacy she left behind, from the Schiller play of the 1800s to The CW teen drama Reign. Temptress, terrorist, or tragic queen, this book will give you the lowdown on one of history's most misunderstood monarchs.
Author : Geoff Holder
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 22,50 MB
Release : 2014-02-03
Category : History
ISBN : 0750956860
The Little Book of Scotland is a funny, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of the sort of frivolous, fantastic or simply strange information which no-one will want to be without. Discover the most unusual crimes and punishments, eccentric inhabitants, famous sons and daughters and literally hundreds of wacky facts. Geoff Holder’s latest book contains historic and contemporary trivia including such gems as the real story of William ‘Braveheart’ Wallace, which king was murdered in a barn, and where the Second World War Commandos were formed. From Sir Walter Scott to Sir Sean Connery and Queen Victoria to Mary Queens of Scots, this is a remarkably engaging little book, essential reading for visitors and Scots alike.
Author : C. J. Tabraham
Publisher : Batsford
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 49,74 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Architecture
ISBN :
Scotland's castles are the most frequented of all its ancient monuments. Chris Tabraham describes the history and the architecture of these ancient buildings and the contribution archaeology has made to our current understanding of them.
Author : Bryn Havord
Publisher :
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 16,25 MB
Release : 2008-03-01
Category : Castles
ISBN : 9781842041307
