A Traveller's History of Scotland by Andrew Fisher (English) Paperback Book

Description: A Traveller's History of Scotland by Andrew Fisher, Executive Director Andrew Fisher The broad sweep of Scotlands story, both past and present, is chronicled by one of the countrys best historians. In this updated edition, Fisher begins with Scotlands first people and their culture and ends with Devolution and the setting up of the first Scottish parliament since 1707. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The broad sweep of Scotlands story, both past and present, is chronicled by one of the countrys best historians. Andrew Fisher begins with Scotlands first people and their culture and ends with Devolution and the setting up of the first Scottish parliament since 1707. Before the arrival of the Vikings in 900, Scotland was a land of romantic kingdoms and saints, gradually overtaken by more pragmatic struggles for power. Centuries of bloody strife lead up to the turbulent years of Mary Queen of Scots, the Calvinistic legacy of John Knox, and the bitterness of final defeat. The dreams of the Jacobites are contrasted with the cruel reality of the end of the Stewarts and the Act of Union with England. Scotland now saw an age of industry and despoliation. The result was much emigration and obsession with the nations past, which glorified the legends of the Highlander and the Clans. In this century, the loss of identity and drift to the south have perhaps been checked at last by a new step forward for Scotland as a result of its Devolution, the setting up of a Scottish parliament, and the symbolic return of the Stone of Destiny. This handy paperback is fully indexed with a chronology of major events and a gazetteer cross-referenced to the main text. It is illustrated with line drawings and historical maps. Author Biography Andrew Fisher was born in Scotland and now works and lives there as archivist to the Duke of Buccleuch and Queensberry, KT, and as administrator of Drumlanrig Castle. He is the author of the biography of William Wallace ("the best of Sir Williams many biographers"--Dr. Fiona Watson, University of Stirling) and is a regular contributor to magazines, radio, and television on Scottish history. Review "A concise, well-informed guide to our past and present... A lively, informative volume.""A Travellers History of Scotland is clear, fascinating, and comprehensive...An ideal guide for travelers wanting to survey the ancient, noble, varied, and beautiful kingdom of North Britain...Whether as an armchair traveler or an onsite visitor, this book will significantly enhance the trip." Review Quote "A concise, well-informed guide to our past and present... A lively, informative volume." Details ISBN1566567564 Author Executive Director Andrew Fisher Short Title TRAVELLERS HIST OF SCOTLAND-6E Publisher Interlink Books Language English Edition 6th ISBN-10 1566567564 ISBN-13 9781566567565 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 941.1 Year 2009 Illustrator John Hoste Imprint Interlink Books Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2009-05-01 NZ Release Date 2009-05-01 US Release Date 2009-05-01 UK Release Date 2009-05-01 Pages 256 Edition Description 6th Revised, Updated ed. Series Interlink Travellers Histories Publication Date 2009-05-01 Illustrations Line drawings, black and white Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:138904159;

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