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Amazing People of Scotland -

Author : Charles Margerison
Publisher : Amazing People Club
ISBN 13 : 1922002895
Total Pages : 66 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (22 download)

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Download or read book Amazing People of Scotland - written by Charles Margerison and published by Amazing People Club. This book was released on 2012-11-01 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Home to the Loch Ness monster, kilts, clans and medieval castles, Scotland was also the birthplace of some amazing innovators, who made major contributions to our world. We watch television every day but few of us know that it was invented by a Scottish engineer named John Logie Baird. He also developed colour television and other ways of communicating that have become intrinsic parts of everyday life. Be inspired by the rags to riches story of Andrew Carnegie, an entrepreneurial magnate who amassed riches never seen before. He also unselfishly supported the betterment of the lives of others through his generosity as a great philanthropist. Meet Thomas Telford, the 'Colossus of Roads' who has left an immense legacy in what he designed and built. Discover how James Lind became an outstanding clinician, responsible for saving countless lives to this very day. Be blown away by the life story of James Watt, whose work on the steam engine and other innovations has transformed our world. Each story comes to life through BioViews®. These are short biographical narratives, similar to interviews. They provide an easy way of learning about amazing people who made major contributions and changed our world.

How the Scots Invented the Modern World

Author : Arthur Herman
Publisher : Crown
ISBN 13 : 0307420957
Total Pages : 482 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (74 download)

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Download or read book How the Scots Invented the Modern World written by Arthur Herman and published by Crown. This book was released on 2007-12-18 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exciting account of the origins of the modern world Who formed the first literate society? Who invented our modern ideas of democracy and free market capitalism? The Scots. As historian and author Arthur Herman reveals, in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries Scotland made crucial contributions to science, philosophy, literature, education, medicine, commerce, and politics—contributions that have formed and nurtured the modern West ever since. Herman has charted a fascinating journey across the centuries of Scottish history. Here is the untold story of how John Knox and the Church of Scotland laid the foundation for our modern idea of democracy; how the Scottish Enlightenment helped to inspire both the American Revolution and the U.S. Constitution; and how thousands of Scottish immigrants left their homes to create the American frontier, the Australian outback, and the British Empire in India and Hong Kong. How the Scots Invented the Modern World reveals how Scottish genius for creating the basic ideas and institutions of modern life stamped the lives of a series of remarkable historical figures, from James Watt and Adam Smith to Andrew Carnegie and Arthur Conan Doyle, and how Scottish heroes continue to inspire our contemporary culture, from William “Braveheart” Wallace to James Bond. And no one who takes this incredible historical trek will ever view the Scots—or the modern West—in the same way again.

Famous Scots

Author : Rhona Dick
Publisher : Evans Brothers
ISBN 13 : 9780237532055
Total Pages : 36 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (32 download)

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Download or read book Famous Scots written by Rhona Dick and published by Evans Brothers. This book was released on 2007 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A look at the lives of famous Scottish people through history and up to the modern day.

Scotland's History

Author : FIONA. WATSON
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781849173070
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (73 download)

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Download or read book Scotland's History written by FIONA. WATSON and published by . This book was released on 2020-04-30 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who was St Columba? Why was Mary, Queen of Scots executed? When were the Jacobite risings? Where was the new Scottish Parliament built? Scotland's vibrant and bloody past captures the imagination. But there is far more to Scottish history than murder and mayhem, tragedy and betrayal. In Scotland's History, historian Fiona Watson looks back across thousands of years into the lives of the people of Scotland. She captures the critical moments and memorable personalities known throughout the world - from the Picts to Bonnie Prince Charlie, and from Macbeth to the Battle of Bannockburn - revealing the truth behind the myths.

A History Of Scotland

Author : Neil Oliver
Publisher : Weidenfeld & Nicolson
ISBN 13 : 0297860291
Total Pages : 511 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (978 download)

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Download or read book A History Of Scotland written by Neil Oliver and published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson. This book was released on 2009-12-17 with total page 511 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The dramatic story of Scotland - by charismatic television historian, Neil Oliver. Scotland is one of the oldest countries in the world with a vivid and diverse past. Yet the stories and figures that dominate Scottish history - tales of failure, submission, thwarted ambition and tragedy - often badly serve this great nation, overshadowing the rich tapestry of her intricate past. Historian Neil Oliver presents a compelling new portrait of Scottish history, peppered with action, high drama and centuries of turbulence that have helped to shape modern Scotland. Along the way, he takes in iconic landmarks and historic architecture; debunks myths surrounding Scotland's famous sons; recalls forgotten battles; charts the growth of patriotism; and explores recent political developments, capturing Scotland's sense of identity and celebrating her place in the wider world.

The Great Tapestry of Scotland

Author : Alistair Moffat
Publisher : Birlinn
ISBN 13 : 0857906151
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (579 download)

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Download or read book The Great Tapestry of Scotland written by Alistair Moffat and published by Birlinn. This book was released on 2013-10-06 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The brainchild of bestselling author Alexander McCall Smith, historian Alistair Moffat and artist Andrew Crummy, the Great Tapestry of Scotland is an outstanding celebration of thousands of years of Scottish history and achievement, from the end of the last Ice Age to Dolly the Sheep and Andy Murray's Wimbledon victory in 2013. This book tells the story of this unique undertaking from its original conception and creation by teams of dedicated stitchers to its grand unveiling at the Scottish Parliament in 2013, its subsequent touring and the creation of its permanent home in the Scottish Borders.

Culloden Tales

Author : Hugh G. Allison
Publisher : Random House
ISBN 13 : 1845968336
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (459 download)

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Download or read book Culloden Tales written by Hugh G. Allison and published by Random House. This book was released on 2011-04-08 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Culloden was the last battle on British soil. It marked the end of clan culture and was the harbinger of the Highland Clearances. It ensured the inevitability of the American Revolution and increased the outpouring of Scots across the globe. It is the only battle that British Army regiments are not permitted to include in their battle honours; the only battle that Bonnie Prince Charlie ever lost; and the only battle that the Duke of Cumberland ever won. Culloden is a battlefield, a graveyard and an iconic site that draws people from all parts of the world. And as they come, they bring with them their stories and their father's father's stories. These stories tell of civil war, of love, of the unexpected and even of the supernatural. They are peopled by the second-sighted, by clan chiefs and by others who have kept family secrets for centuries. The battlefield is a poignant location, resonant with past deeds and emotive memories. These Culloden tales are offered as a unique record to the power of the place.

Famous Scots

Author : William Weir Gilmour
Publisher : Hyperion Books
ISBN 13 : 9780853352310
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (523 download)

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Download or read book Famous Scots written by William Weir Gilmour and published by Hyperion Books. This book was released on 1979 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

An Amazing Illustrated Atlas of Scotland

Author : David MacPhail; Anders Frang
Publisher : Kelpies
ISBN 13 : 9781782507482
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (74 download)

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Book Synopsis An Amazing Illustrated Atlas of Scotland by : David MacPhail; Anders Frang

Download or read book An Amazing Illustrated Atlas of Scotland written by David MacPhail; Anders Frang and published by Kelpies. This book was released on 2021-09-16 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Spectacular Scotland

Author : James Gracie
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
ISBN 13 : 0789324792
Total Pages : 130 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (893 download)

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Download or read book Spectacular Scotland written by James Gracie and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2013-03-26 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Breathtaking photography captures the soul and passion of this spectacular land of bagpipes, heather, thistle, and tartans. This enchanting collection of images celebrates Scotland’s world-famous vistas—the lofty highlands, placid lochs, and misty glens, the picturesque villages, the vibrant cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow, the ancient castles, the breathtaking pastoral scenes, as well as the people who take pride in it all. An outstanding gift or souvenir, Spectacular Scotland brings the best of this wonderful country into sharp focus. This is a magnificent collection of 150 color photographs by some of Scotland’s best landscape photographers.

Scottish Wit & Wisdom

Author : Betty Kirkpatrick
Publisher : Crombie Jardine Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1848398247
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (483 download)

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Download or read book Scottish Wit & Wisdom written by Betty Kirkpatrick and published by Crombie Jardine Publishing. This book was released on 2007-09-01 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scotland has had its fair share of comedians, both professional and self-styled, but the wit of Scotland is not traditionally of the ha-ha, belly-laugh variety. It's rather of the understated, wry-smile type, known in Scotland as 'pawkie' humour. The Concise Scots Dictionary defines 'pawkie' as having a matter-of-fact, humorously critical outlook on life, characterized by a sly, quiet wit and this sums it up very well. Alas, this dry stryle of humour has the disadvantage that, unlike the obvious joke, it can go unnoticed. It's partly for this reason that the Scots have acquired a reputation for being dour or humourless, but often the fault has been with the hearers not recognizing wit when it was presented to them. There is less need to explain the wisdom of the Scots, since Scotland, especially considering its size, has produced over the centuries a great number of people who have made a significant contribution to the shaping of the world. These have included people from a wide range of disciplines, such as poets, philosophers, novelists, artists, architects, engineers, explorers, doctors, scientists and so on, and the thoughts of some of these are included in the selection of sayings and quotations in this book.

101 Amazing Facts about Scotland

Author : Jack Goldstein
Publisher : Andrews UK Limited
ISBN 13 : 1783330988
Total Pages : 24 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (833 download)

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Download or read book 101 Amazing Facts about Scotland written by Jack Goldstein and published by Andrews UK Limited. This book was released on 2013-06-24 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this amazing eBook you can find more than one hundred facts about the country of Scotland. Separated into sections such as its history, information about its capital, famous Scottish figures from history and many more you will find some fascinating information inside! Whether you are planning on visiting Scotland, working on a geography project or just want to know more about this beautiful country, this is an excellent addition to your bookshelf. Find the information you need, fast!

Scotland Beyond the Bagpipes

Author : Helen Ochyra
Publisher : Book Guild Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1913551148
Total Pages : 90 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (135 download)

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Download or read book Scotland Beyond the Bagpipes written by Helen Ochyra and published by Book Guild Publishing. This book was released on 2020-03-28 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like so many people who live south of the border in England, Helen thought that she knew all about Scotland. It was a part of Britain after all, a place that was surely more the same than it was different. But then she actually went there – and everything changed...

The Gay Gordons

Author : John Malcolm Bulloch
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 340 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book The Gay Gordons written by John Malcolm Bulloch and published by . This book was released on 1908 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Gordon family, part of the Scottish nobility, between 1138 and 1870.

UFO Case Files Of Scotland (Volume 1): Amazing Real Life Alien Encounters

Author : Malcolm Robinson
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 0244912785
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (449 download)

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Download or read book UFO Case Files Of Scotland (Volume 1): Amazing Real Life Alien Encounters written by Malcolm Robinson and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-06-21 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The subject of UFOs has been hotly debated. Are UFOs space vehicles from another world? Are they top-secret military aircraft of some kind? Or are they simply a figment of our imagination? Malcolm Robinson is a UFO & Paranormal Researcher with over 40 year's expertise and has had `hands on' experience with each of the cases contained in this book. The full story regarding the wave of UFO sightings over the town of Bonnybridge is given here, as is the full story of Scotland's first `reported' UFO abduction (the A70 Incident) This book presents the most fascinating UFO cases that Scotland has to offer and clearly shows that Scotland as a country has been touched by the UFO presence. This book will leave you with little doubt that mankind is dealing with a very real and bona fide phenomenon, as the witnesses in this book can clearly testify to.

Famous Scots and the Supernatural

Author : Ron Halliday
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781845024574
Total Pages : 237 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (245 download)

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Download or read book Famous Scots and the Supernatural written by Ron Halliday and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title reveals how, from the earliest times to the present, politicians, scientists, writers and artists have been influenced not only by the world around them but by less obvious and more mystical beliefs and experiences which have changed their lives and altered the course of history.

Famous Scots

Author : Ian Gordon
Publisher : Shepheard-Walwyn Limited
ISBN 13 : 9780856831058
Total Pages : 229 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Famous Scots written by Ian Gordon and published by Shepheard-Walwyn Limited. This book was released on 1988-01-01 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Though a small country, Scotland has produced many famous sons and (fewer) daughters. All the men and women described in this book were born in Scotland but made their names outside their native country. Many will probably be associated in most people's minds with the countries in which they achieved fame, such as the Adam brothers, Thomas Telford, Alexander Bell or Andrew Carnegie, for example.