Mysterious Scotland Enigmas, Secrets and Legends

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Synopsis

Mysterious Scotland presents an extraordinary array of the weird and wonderful heritage of the country. Michael Balfour examines strange stories from the moors, forests, rivers, holy wells and lochs, where - as well as the old legends and dark secrets which he prises out of palaces, castles and cathedrals - he finds monsters, ghoulies, unsolved murders and ancient cures.Investigating a land where the past is reflected in the present, the author has roamed all around Scotland, exploring standing stones, mermaid beaches and magic springs. He seeks out new theories about the prehistoric, Celtic and Pictish stones, carvings, tombs and brochs which are scattered across the country. Among his many wonderful discoveries, he unearths long-forgotten prophecies, puzzling tales from the bothies, consuming traditions and distillers' tricks, and finds evidence of the legendary Highland second sight. Not forgotten are the great historical figures who throng the pages, each making a unique contribution to Mysterious Scotland. This book is the perfect introduction to the amazing hidden history which permeates Scottish lives and landscape.

Book details

Author:
Michael Balfour
ISBN:
9781780577784
Related ISBNs:
9781840187281
Publisher:
Mainstream Publishing Company, Limited
Pages:
224
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
No
Date of addition:
2021-04-25
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2003
Copyright by:
Michael Balfour 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Nonfiction, Social Studies, Travel