Strange Scottish Stories
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 143 pages
File Size : 47,65 MB
Release : 1983
Category : Legends
ISBN :
Scottish History: Strange but True
Author : John and Noreen Hamilton
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 19,1 MB
Release : 2016-06-06
Category : History
ISBN : 0750968915
Book Description
This book contains hundreds of 'strange but true' stories about Scottish history. Arranged into a miniature history of Scotland, and with bizarre and hilarious true tales for every era, it will delight anyone with an interest in Scotland's past.
A Strange Scottish Shore
Author : Juliana Gray
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 19,30 MB
Release : 2017-09-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0425277089
Book Description
The acclaimed author of A Most Extraordinary Pursuit brings a dazzling voice and extraordinary plot twists to this captivating Scottish adventure... Scotland, 1906. A mysterious object discovered inside an ancient castle calls Maximilian Haywood, the new Duke of Olympia, and his fellow researcher Emmeline Truelove north to the remote Orkney Islands. No stranger to the study of anachronisms in archeological digs, Haywood is nevertheless puzzled by the artifact: a suit of clothing that, according to family legend, once belonged to a selkie who rose from the sea and married the castle’s first laird. But Haywood and Truelove soon realize they’re not the only ones interested in the selkie’s strange hide. When their mutual friend Lord Silverton vanishes in the night from an Edinburgh street, their quest takes a dangerous turn through time, which puts Haywood’s extraordinary talents—and Truelove’s courage—to their most breathtaking test yet.
Strange Scottish Stories
Author : William Owen
Publisher : Jarrold Publishing
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 40,4 MB
Release : 1985
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN :
Book Description
Supernatural tales from the firesides of the Scottish Highlands, adapted and abridged by William Owen.
The Strange Affair of Madeleine Smith
Author : Douglas MacGowan
Publisher : Birlinn Ltd
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 11,25 MB
Release : 2021-09-01
Category : True Crime
ISBN : 0857902725
Book Description
Discover the true story of Victorian Scotland's trial of the century. It was a case that rocked Victorian society. Emile L'Angelier was a working-class immigrant from the Channel Islands who began a clandestine affair with prominent Glasgow socialite Madeleine Smith. Six weeks after Emile threatened to show Madeleine's father their passionate letters, on 23 March 1857, he was found dead from arsenic poisoning. The evidence against Madeleine seemed overwhelming as she went to trial for murdering her lover. Douglas MacGowan's vivid account reads by turns like a thriller, a love story and a courtroom drama. He quotes extensively from contemporary sources, notably the pathology reports, the trial testimony and the infamous correspondence between Madeleine and Emile, whose explicit content so shocked Victorian sensibilities. Ultimately it is up to the reader to judge Madeleine's guilt or innocence.
A Most Extraordinary Pursuit
Author : Juliana Gray
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 14,11 MB
Release : 2016-10-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0698176480
Book Description
Known for her original plots, deft characterization, and lyrical voice, Juliana Gray presents an extraordinary novel of an uncommon pursuit… February, 1906. As the personal secretary of the recently departed Duke of Olympia—and a woman of scrupulous character—Miss Emmeline Rose Truelove never expected her duties to involve steaming through the Mediterranean on a private yacht, under the prodigal eye of one Lord Silverton, the most charmingly corrupt bachelor in London. But here they are, improperly bound on a quest to find the duke’s enigmatic heir, current whereabouts unknown. An expert on anachronisms, Maximilian Haywood was last seen at an archaeological dig on the island of Crete. And from the moment Truelove and Silverton disembark, they are met with incidents of a suspicious nature: a ransacked flat, a murdered government employee, an assassination attempt. As they travel from port to port on Max’s trail, piecing together the strange events of the days before his disappearance, Truelove will discover the folly of her misconceptions—about the whims of the heart, the motives of men, and the nature of time itself…
Scottish Urban Legends
Author : Aaron Mullins
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 24,54 MB
Release : 2023-10-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Book Description
A huge collection of Scottish Urban Legends, Myths and True Stories. The definitive guide to the legendary stories that reveal Scotland's mysterious past. Featuring 50 captivating Scottish folklore stories, you'll embark on a journey through the shadowy alleys of Edinburgh, the misty moors of the Highlands, and the forgotten corners of Glasgow, discovering the secret myths and legends of Scotland that have been passed down through generations. Each tale is dazzlingly retold for a modern audience. Gather around the fireside and hear incredible stories from a land filled with magic and mystery. Feel the rich history brought to life through folktales passed down through generations. Hear the true stories that lurk amongst these myths, things that the author has witnessed with his own eyes, revealed for the very first time. Where is the most haunted road in Scotland? Who got caught cheating while playing cards with the devil? Which ancient rhyme can summon a violent poltergeist? Haunted places, ghost stories and Celtic folklore, this enchanting collection has them all. From spooky tales of great battles to pagan rituals that are still performed today. Discover the cursed locations where you can see and feel these experiences for yourself if you dare. Huddle closer to the fire, immerse yourself in the dark history of Scotland, and discover which of these unforgettable legends are true.
Scottish Ghost Stories
Author : Giles Gordon
Publisher :
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 28,12 MB
Release : 1976
Category : Ghost stories, English
ISBN : 9781859584835
Book Description
Scottish Traditional Tales
Author : Alan Bruford
Publisher : Birlinn Ltd
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 42,13 MB
Release : 2007-07-07
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0857909703
Book Description
All over the world traditional tales used to be told at the fireseide until their place came to be taken by books, newspapers, radio and television. This is an entertaining collection from Scotland, recorded and collected by researchers from the School of Scottish Studies at Edinburgh University over the past fifty years. Taken from a variety of sources, from the Hebridean Gaelic tradition to recordings of Lowland cairds (travelling people), some are well-known tales which have equivalents in other cultures and languages, whilst others are unique to Scotland. The tales are arranged by theme: - tall tales - hero tales - legends of ghosts and evil spirits - tales of fate and religion - fairies and sea-folk - children's tales - trickster tales - tales of clan feuds - robber tales This is a welcome reprint of a book that quickly established itself as a classic. It was previously published by Polygon.
More Strange Scotland
Author : Jack Strange
Publisher :
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 34,14 MB
Release : 2021-05-04
Category :
ISBN : 9784867450970
Book Description
More Strange Scotland is a collection of anecdotes, facts, folklore and legends about the strangeness of that little nation on the western fringe of Europe. From fairies to witches and the frightening water horses, Scotland has a host of legends. Add haunted castles, strange pub names and devilish people to the mix, sprinkle with Aberlour spirits and the mists of Skye and then open the book. If ghostly bagpipers and unseen river monsters don't scare you off, then you may revel in the stories from this most strange of all countries.
