The Hebrid Isles: Wanderings In The Land Of Lorne And The Outer Hebrides
| AUTHOR | Buchanan, Robert |
| PUBLISHER | Kessinger Publishing (06/25/2007) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Hardcover) |
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""The Hebrid Isles: Wanderings In The Land Of Lorne And The Outer Hebrides"" is a travelogue written by Robert Buchanan. The book is a detailed account of his travels through the Hebrides, an archipelago off the west coast of Scotland. Buchanan shares his experiences and observations of the people, culture, and landscapes of the islands. He describes the rugged beauty of the coastlines, the mysterious standing stones, and the ancient ruins of castles and churches. Buchanan also delves into the history and mythology of the Hebrides, including stories of Viking invasions, clan warfare, and the legends of the selkies. Throughout the book, the author's love for the Hebrides is evident, and his vivid descriptions bring the islands to life for the reader. ""The Hebrid Isles"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Scottish history and culture, or for those who simply enjoy armchair travel.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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ISBN-13:
9780548375334
ISBN-10:
054837533X
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
344
Carton Quantity:
20
Product Dimensions:
6.00 x 0.94 x 9.00 inches
Weight:
1.49 pound(s)
Country of Origin:
US
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BISAC Categories
Science | Earth Sciences - Oceanography
Science | Natural History
Science | Water Sports - Sailing
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""The Hebrid Isles: Wanderings In The Land Of Lorne And The Outer Hebrides"" is a travelogue written by Robert Buchanan. The book is a detailed account of his travels through the Hebrides, an archipelago off the west coast of Scotland. Buchanan shares his experiences and observations of the people, culture, and landscapes of the islands. He describes the rugged beauty of the coastlines, the mysterious standing stones, and the ancient ruins of castles and churches. Buchanan also delves into the history and mythology of the Hebrides, including stories of Viking invasions, clan warfare, and the legends of the selkies. Throughout the book, the author's love for the Hebrides is evident, and his vivid descriptions bring the islands to life for the reader. ""The Hebrid Isles"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Scottish history and culture, or for those who simply enjoy armchair travel.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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