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A Little Book Of Scottish Castles
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Book Synopsis Collins Little Books - Scottish Castles by : Chris Tabraham
Download or read book Collins Little Books - Scottish Castles written by Chris Tabraham and published by Collins. This book was released on 2017-09-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historical background and architectural details are given for each of the nearly 140 Scottish castles. Includes the major sites of Edinburgh and Stirling, and covers from as far north as Shetland to as far south as Dumfries and Galloway, west as far as the Outer Hebrides, and east to Aberdeenshire. Contains an introduction on Scotland's castles, with a history description of classification of building type with examples. Includes details on the property's custodianship, whether cared for by Historic Environment Scotland or the National Trust for Scotland, a description of the gardens where relevant, location, website, and phone number.
Book Synopsis A Little Book of Scottish Castles by : Charles MacLean
Download or read book A Little Book of Scottish Castles written by Charles MacLean and published by Appletree Press (IE). This book was released on 1995 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis Castles and Tower Houses of the Scottish Clans 1450–1650 by : Stuart Reid
Download or read book Castles and Tower Houses of the Scottish Clans 1450–1650 written by Stuart Reid and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2012-09-20 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the exception of the key royal sites, such as Stirling and Edinburgh, few Scottish castles were located at strategic points, or were intended to house garrisons required to defend or subjugate towns. Instead they were primarily fortified dwelling houses, erected in an environment of weak Royal authority and endemic feuding between rival clans and groups, in both Highland and Lowland areas. Although some enceinte castles were developed during the 16th and 17th centuries, most defensive construction focused on the tower house, a distinctive vernacular style of Scottish fortification. This book examines the design, development, and purpose of these quintessentially Scottish buildings, and also covers larger sites such as Urquhart and Blackness.
Book Synopsis Ancestral Castles of Scotland by : Hugh Cantlie
Download or read book Ancestral Castles of Scotland written by Hugh Cantlie and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Synopsis coming soon.......
Book Synopsis An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Castle Legends by : Theresa Breslin
Download or read book An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Castle Legends written by Theresa Breslin and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dark dragons, ghostly bagpipers, rude goblins and sly wizards - discover the legends that dwell within the ancient castles of Scotland. This highly anticipated book is the latest volume of much-loved Scottish tale treasuries by Carnegie-award-winning children's author Theresa Breslin and Kate Greenaway Medal-longlisted artist Kate Leiper. Explore secret passages beneath Edinburgh Castle, search for the mysterious monster of Glamis, capture the faery flag of Dunvegan, joust with knights at Stirling Castle and swim with the selkie of Eilean Donan in this sumptuous collection of tales from iconic Scottish castles. Read much-cherished and little-known legends, each illuminating the character and history of its castle, all brilliantly retold and beautifully illustrated to amuse, thrill and enchant. A wonderful gift, this is a stunning book to be treasured for a lifetime, bringing history, place and story alive for children, parents and grandparents alike.
Book Synopsis The Little Book of Scotland by : Geoff Holder
Download or read book The Little Book of Scotland written by Geoff Holder and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2014-02-03 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis Scottish Castles: Scotland’s most dramatic castles and strongholds (Collins Little Books) by : Chris Tabraham
Download or read book Scottish Castles: Scotland’s most dramatic castles and strongholds (Collins Little Books) written by Chris Tabraham and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2017-09-07 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis Little Explorers: Scottish Castles (Push, Pull and Slide) by :
Download or read book Little Explorers: Scottish Castles (Push, Pull and Slide) written by and published by Kelpies. This book was released on 2019-03-21 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis The Little Book of Scotland by : Orange Hippo!
Download or read book The Little Book of Scotland written by Orange Hippo! and published by OH. This book was released on 2023-08-03 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis Scotland's Castles by : Janet Brennan-Inglis
Download or read book Scotland's Castles written by Janet Brennan-Inglis and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2014-07-07 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis The Little Book of Mary Queen of Scots by : Mickey Mayhew
Download or read book The Little Book of Mary Queen of Scots written by Mickey Mayhew and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2015-01-05 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Book Synopsis Scotland's Castles by : C. J. Tabraham
Download or read book Scotland's Castles written by C. J. Tabraham and published by Batsford. This book was released on 1997 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Scottish Castles written by Bryn Havord and published by . This book was released on 2008-03-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Scottish Castles written by Colin Baxter and published by Colin Baxter Photography. This book was released on 2013-03-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Scottish Castles by : Adrian Pettifer
Download or read book Scottish Castles written by Adrian Pettifer and published by Boydell & Brewer. This book was released on 2024-10 with total page 403 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gazetteer of over 500 hundred surviving Scottish Castles. Discover the castles of Scotland, from early "motte and bailey" earthworks and impressive walled enclosures to the many tower houses that dot the landscape. Castles were built in increasing numbers from the 14th to the 17th century, as residences for the Scottish nobility. Some are still proudly occupied; others are well-maintained ruins; many others slowly decay in fields and farmyards. Here, Adrian Pettifer provides a brief account of every Scottish castle to survive in a reasonable state of preservation, including such iconic sites as Edinburgh, Glamis and Cawdor. Each of the more than five hundred main entries provides a brief history and description of a castle, followed by advice on accessibility, sources for further reading and cross-references to related sites. An introduction supplies the historical background, while a glossary covers all aspects of Scottish castles in some detail. Ordnance Survey references are given in the index.
Book Synopsis Tales and Traditions of Scottish Castles by : Nigel G. Tranter
Download or read book Tales and Traditions of Scottish Castles written by Nigel G. Tranter and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Awesome Scottish Castles written by and published by Kelpies. This book was released on 2020-03-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover awesome Scottish castles in this sticker and activity book bursting with coloring, doodling, puzzles and more than 100 stickers! Have fun... Filling Edinburgh Castle with fun stickers Coloring an exciting attack on Urquhart Castle Doodling unicorns, dragons and other castle creatures Dressing up Mary, Queen of Scots at Stirling Castle Spotting the difference at the siege of Caerlaverock Castle Designing your own Scottish castle Created in partnership with Historic Environment Scotland, and based real Scottish castles, this bright and lively activity book is packed with fun facts and thrilling historical detail to bring Scotland's most famous castles to life!
