Scotland by Fiona Macdonald

Scotland by Fiona Macdonald

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Offers an account of the vibrant history of Scotland, from the beginnings of Stewart rule up to modern day Scotland. Celebrating the cultural and historic achievements of the Scottish, from the fierce Jacobite uprising to John Logie Baird's insulating socks, this title gives an objective account of the nation's chequered history.

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Scotland by Fiona Macdonald

"Scotland: A Very Peculiar History - Volume 2" is the concluding part of a lively and informative account of the vibrant history of Scotland, from the beginnings of Stewart rule up to modern day Scotland. Celebrating the cultural and historic achievements of the Scottish, from the fierce Jacobite uprising to John Logie Baird's insulating socks, this title gives an up-to-date and objective account of the nation's chequered (or rather, 'tartaned') history. Fun and informative inserts and small illustrations accompany the main text. It includes fact boxes and index. The text is enlivened with black-and-white line drawings and humourous captions.
Fiona Macdonald studied history at Cambridge University and at the University of East Anglia. She has taught in adult education and in schools and universities, and is the author of numerous books for children on historical topics.
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ISBN 13 9781906714796
ISBN 10 1906714797
Title Scotland
Author Fiona Macdonald
Series Very Peculiar History
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Bonnier Books Ltd
Year published 2009-06-12
Number of pages 192
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