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Mary Queen of Scots
by Antonia Fraser  Synopsis More than 400 years after her death, Mary Queen of Scots remains one of the most romantic and controversial figures in British history. This reissue of her biography explores all areas of her life, particularly her time in France, her marriages...
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On the Trail of Scotland's History (On the Trail of)
by David R. Ross Synopsis The latest edition to the popular "On the Trail of" series covers the most important events in Scottish history from the volcanic origins of Edinburgh Castle to the final resting place of King Arthur....
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Crowded with Genius: The Scottish Enlightenment: Edinburgh's Moment of the Mind
by James Buchan Publisher Comments In the early eighteenth century, Edinburgh was a filthy backwater town synonymous with poverty and disease. Yet by century's end, it had become the marvel of modern Europe, home to the finest minds of the day and their breathtaking innovations in...
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Mistress of the Elgin Marbles: A Biography of Mary Nisbet, Countess of Elgin
by Susan Nagel Publisher Comments The remarkable Mary Nisbet was the Countess of Elgin in Romantic-era Scotland and the wife of the seventh Earl of Elgin. When Mary accompanied her husband to diplomatic duty in Turkey, she changed history. She helped bring the smallpox vaccine to the...
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Tir A'mhurain
by Paul Strand Publisher Comments In 1954 Paul Strand and his wife Hazel spent three months traversing the rugged island of South Uist, off the west coast of Scotland. Tir a’Mhurain is a collection of photographs that reflects the impressions they gathered during their stay...
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Castles of Scotland: 200 Castles, Towers and Historic Houses to Visit
by Martin Coventry Synopsis A must for all those who want to visit Scotland's many castles. The book covers all of the coutry's famous strongholds, as well as many lesser-known places, with location, access, visitor facilities, and contact details. There is a map, many photos, a...
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How the Scots Invented Modern World (01 Edition)
by Arthur Herman 
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Before Scotland: The Story of Scotland Before History
by Alistair Moffat Synopsis Alistair Moffat's gripping narrative begins 10,000 years ago, when the power of icebreak and meltwater at the close of the Ice Age produced the familiar Scottish geography of mountains, glens, flatlands and rugged coasts. As the permafrost gave way to...
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Medieval Scotland (00 Edition)
by A.d.m. Barrell Publisher Comments A one-volume political and ecclesiastical history of Scotland from the eleventh century to the Reformation....
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Scotland: An Intimate Portrait
by Geddes Macgregor Publisher Comments 'Informative and amusing, MacGregor\'s book recounts the history and origins of golf, kilts, bagpipes, and other distinct parts of Scottish culture. MacGregor captures the essence of Scottish life, religion, dress, literature, and history.'...
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Story of Scotland
by Nigel Tranter Synopsis A comprehensive history of Scotland by novelist Nigel Tranter, covering the earliest times prior to the establishment of the nation and up to the 20th century....
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Wales an Illustrated History
by Prys Morgan Publisher Comments In this book, a highly distinguished team of historians tell the story of Wales from the formation of the land to the development of modern Wales as a vibrant, 21st-century state. This richly illustrated history recalls the drama of Roman conquest...
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How the Scots Invented the Modern World: The True Story of How Western Europe's Poorest Nation Created Our World Andeverything in It
by Arthur Herman Publisher Comments Who formed the first modern nation? Who created the first literate society? Who invented our modern ideas of democracy and free market capitalism? The Scots. Mention of Scotland and the Scots usually conjures up images of kilts, bagpipes, Scotch whisky...
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Cradle King a Life of James VI & I
by Alan Stewart Publisher Comments This lively portrait of a political milieu rich in intrigue, backstabbing and incredible possibilities for advancement examines the private life and scandalous nature of James’s court, and the impact of the Scottish king on the English throne....
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The Hebridean Traveller
by Denis Rixson Synopsis For centuries the Highlands and Islands of Scotland were regarded as culturally as well as physically distinct. Highlanders had a bad reputation, or suffered from a bad press, depending on perspective. This imaginative and stimulating book explores the...
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Queen of Scots: The True Life of Mary Stuart
by John Guy Publisher Comments The eminent British historian John Guy has unearthed a wealth of evidence that upends the popular notion of Mary Queen of Scots as a femme fatale and establishes her as the intellectual and political equal of Elizabeth I. Guy draws on sources as...
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Roman Conquest of Scotland: The Battle of Mons Graupius Ad 84
by James E. Fraser Publisher Comments In the summer of 84 AD the Italian gentleman Gnaeus Iulius Agricola, governor of Roman Britain, led an army of Roman legionary soldiers into northern Britain, known as Caledonia to the Romans. At a place called Mount Graupius, Agricola won a decisive...
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On the Trail of the Real Macbeth (On the Trail of)
by Cameron Taylor Synopsis Shakespeares memorable Macbeth is one of the best known literary icons in the English language, but few know that he was a real person with his own story off stage. On The Trail of the Real Macbeth brings this 11th century tale alive with a detailed...
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The Scots Fiddle: Tunes, Tales & Traditions of the West Highlands, Hebrides, Orkney & Shetland
by J. Murray Neil Synopsis In the third of a three-volume set, Neil has compiled a wonderful collection of the traditional fiddle music of Scotland from the West Highlands, Hebrides, Orkney & Shetland....
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Notes from the North: Incorporating a Brief History of the Scots and the English
by Emma Wood Synopsis 'Notes from the North' is a thoughtful, sensitive book, based on an in-depth historical study as well drawing from the author's own survey of contemporary experiences of moving from England to the Highlands of Scotland....
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