Author: David Graham-Campbell
Publisher: Robert Hale
ISBN: 9780709175506
Category : Angus (Scotland)
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Portrait of Perth, Angus and Fife
Author: David Graham-Campbell
Publisher: Robert Hale
ISBN: 9780709175506
Category : Angus (Scotland)
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Publisher: Robert Hale
ISBN: 9780709175506
Category : Angus (Scotland)
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
British Sources of Information
Author: P. Jackson
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135794936
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 772
Book Description
This comprehensive and versatile reference source will be a most important tool for anyone wishing to seek out information on virtually any aspect of British affairs, life and culture. The resources of a detailed bibliography, directory and journals listing are combined in this single volume, forming a unique guide to a multitude of diverse topics - British politics, government, society, literature, thought, arts, economics, history and geography. Academic subjects as taught in British colleges and universities are covered, with extensive reading lists of books and journals and sources of information for each discipline, making this an invaluable manual.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135794936
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 772
Book Description
This comprehensive and versatile reference source will be a most important tool for anyone wishing to seek out information on virtually any aspect of British affairs, life and culture. The resources of a detailed bibliography, directory and journals listing are combined in this single volume, forming a unique guide to a multitude of diverse topics - British politics, government, society, literature, thought, arts, economics, history and geography. Academic subjects as taught in British colleges and universities are covered, with extensive reading lists of books and journals and sources of information for each discipline, making this an invaluable manual.
The Perthshire Book
Author: Donald Omand
Publisher: Birlinn Publishers
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
This collection of essays, written by experts, provides the definitive story of Perthshire, that beloved region in the heart of Scotland where a great wealth of the nation's natural, historical and cultural treasures are to be found. The first section of the book details the area's varied and colorful history, from its geological and prehistoric foundations and its strategic importance to the first settlers, through the impact of the Roman invasion, the Dark Ages and the medieval period and the "Little Ice Age" of early modern times leading to the commercial prosperity of Perthshire today, with its succesful activities in textiles, tourism, whisky and insurance. Later chapters of the book uncover the many different facets of Perthshire life, past and present. Scenic descriptions and contemporary anecdotes from throughout the centuries convey the distinctive qualities of the River Tay, Strathearn, the Trossachs and the city of Perth itself. The district is one rich in folklore and the scene of much historic incident; it is the birthplace of Rob Roy and the inspiration for several of Sir Walter Scott's novels. Studies of the architecture, language, the traveling people and the marvelous tales and legends of Perthshire complete this excellent anthology. Full of fascinating facts and intriguing details, The Perthshire Book is essential reading for all who love Perthshire, locals and visitors alike. It is also an excellent introduction for those who have yet to discover the delights of the region.
Publisher: Birlinn Publishers
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
This collection of essays, written by experts, provides the definitive story of Perthshire, that beloved region in the heart of Scotland where a great wealth of the nation's natural, historical and cultural treasures are to be found. The first section of the book details the area's varied and colorful history, from its geological and prehistoric foundations and its strategic importance to the first settlers, through the impact of the Roman invasion, the Dark Ages and the medieval period and the "Little Ice Age" of early modern times leading to the commercial prosperity of Perthshire today, with its succesful activities in textiles, tourism, whisky and insurance. Later chapters of the book uncover the many different facets of Perthshire life, past and present. Scenic descriptions and contemporary anecdotes from throughout the centuries convey the distinctive qualities of the River Tay, Strathearn, the Trossachs and the city of Perth itself. The district is one rich in folklore and the scene of much historic incident; it is the birthplace of Rob Roy and the inspiration for several of Sir Walter Scott's novels. Studies of the architecture, language, the traveling people and the marvelous tales and legends of Perthshire complete this excellent anthology. Full of fascinating facts and intriguing details, The Perthshire Book is essential reading for all who love Perthshire, locals and visitors alike. It is also an excellent introduction for those who have yet to discover the delights of the region.
Memoirs of the Pretenders and Their Adherents. With ... Portraits
Author: John Heneage Jesse
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 614
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 614
Book Description
Scotland
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
North-East Scotland
Author: Edward Peck
Publisher: Nicholson
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Publisher: Nicholson
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
The Countryman
Author: John William Robertson Scott
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agriculture
Languages : en
Pages : 986
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agriculture
Languages : en
Pages : 986
Book Description
Scotland
Author: Eric G. Grant
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 440
Book Description
The Bookseller
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 948
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 948
Book Description
Understanding the Countryside
Author: Ron Scholes
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Archaeology
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Archaeology
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description