Download or read book Greyfriars Bobby and the One O clock Gun written by George Robinson and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2013-03-28 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring the story of the little dog from his first appearance in Greyfriars kirkyard. Based on press reports of the time, the story tells how the terrier meets Colour Sergeant Scott who feeds him and allows him to sleep in his flat at night. When Bobbys life is threatened, the Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh comes to his rescue and buys him a licence and collar. Now a celebrity, visitors including Baroness Burdett-Coutts the richest woman in the U.K. arrive from all over the world to see the little dog go for his dinner when the One oclock Gun fires from Edinburgh Castle.
Download or read book The One O Clock Gun Anthology written by Craig Gibson and published by Leamington Books. This book was released on 2012-02-12 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Distributed free in Edinburgh's bars and bookshops the One O'Clock Gun began in 2004 as a thought provoking, ballsy and often irreverent paper that initially appeared with a humble few followers.Today, over fifteen years later, The Gun is an Edinburgh institutution.Distributed from handmade wooden boxes, the One O'Clock Gun appears to be an A4 sheet but in fact folds out to a double-sided A2 broadsheet, both sides crammed with stories poems and illustrations.Although the Gun began with a handful of writers penning their stories under pseudonyms, it wasn't long before amateur and professional authors alike were attracted, and slowly as its reputation grew, submissions came in from farther afield.CONTRIBUTORS: Andy Anderson; Raymond Bell; Don Birnam; Graham Brodie; Robin Cairns; Angus Calder; Paul Carter; Reggie Chamberlain-King; Sandy Christie; Michael Conway; Gav Duvet; Keith Farquhar; Craig Gibson; Peter Burnett; Alasdair Gray; Rodge Glass; Martin Hillman; Gavin Inglis; Robert Alan Jamieson; Will Lawson; Jenny Lindsay; Barry McLaren; Steve McLellan; James Mooney; Marc Phillips; Karl Plume; Jim Ritchie; Suhayl Saadi; Eoin Sanders; Cathy Scrutton; Andrew Smith; Robin Vandome; Kevin Williamson; Andrew J Wilson; Ross Wilson; Kirsti Wishart; James Wood
Download or read book Edinburgh written by Donald Campbell and published by Signal Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Part of the Cities of the Imagination series, this is an in-depth cultural, historical, and literary guide by a lifelong native to Scotland's vibrant capital and home to one of the world's greatest arts festivals.
Download or read book Big Ben written by Peter MacDonald and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2005-10-13 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Big Ben is perhaps the most famous clock in the world. Peter Macdonald tells its story, from its conception in the 1830s to its establishment as the national timepiece and the symbol of Britain up to the present day.
Download or read book Mysterious Scotland written by Michael Balfour and published by Random House. This book was released on 2012-12-21 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book The Worlds of Patrick Geddes written by Philip Boardman and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2023-07-14 with total page 542 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1978, The Worlds of Patrick Geddes is a study of Patrick Geddes’ thought and action, his relationships and his life, as someone who defied labelling and who was years ahead of his contemporaries. The work of Patrick Geddes (1854-1932) is coming to be more and more widely appreciated, as his ideas on many diverse subjects are being gradually assimilated into the mainstream of modern thought. Geddes has been confidently labelled as a biologist, town-planner, sociologist and educator; but he was all of these and more. This book will be of interest to students of biology, urban planning and sociology.
Download or read book The Royal Palaces written by Kate Williams and published by Frances Lincoln. This book was released on 2024-06-27 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Royal expert and TV historian Kate Williams opens the doors to 30 palaces, castles, and houses that have been connected with the British royals over the centuries. Well known for her expert insights in the media and on countless royal documentaries, Kate takes you on a tour of the UK’s most fascinating palaces, past and present, to unveil the scandalous and little-known stories hidden between their walls. Included in the book are such famous royal residences as Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle, but also lesser-known locations such as Falkland Palace and Beaumaris Castle. Covering the breadth of British history, there are tales from the Medieval era to the present. Among the palaces included are: Hatfield House, where young Elizabeth I held court before finding out she would become queen Whitehall Palace and Banqueting Hall, home to Charles II's secret laboratory, where he tried to create an elixir of youth using human skulls Glamis Castle, the inspiration for Shakespeare’s Macbeth Greenwich Palace, where Elizabeth I survived an assassination attempt when poison was placed in her saddle Frogmore House, a long-time royal residence used by Queen Charlotte, King George V and Princess Alexandra Osborne House, designed by Prince Albert in the style of an Italian Renaissance palazzo Windsor Castle, the famous residence of Queen Elizabeth II before her death Revel in the glory and glamor of royal life, as well as the salacious scandals that defined these palaces. The book is vividly brought to life by numerous beautiful illustrations by James Oses, and will be irresistible to anyone interested in British royalty and the history of Great Britain.
Download or read book Journal of the Society of Arts written by Royal Society of Arts (Great Britain) and published by . This book was released on 1878 with total page 1224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Ten Months in the Field with the Boers written by Anonymous and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2021-04-26 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work presents an incredible history of Africa by George de Villebois-Mareuil, a former colonel in the French infantry who fought and died on the side of the Boers during the Second Anglo-Boer War. It includes the observations of the general as he lived in Southern Africa with Boers for several years.
Download or read book Fodor s Essential Scotland written by Fodor’s Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2024-08-06 with total page 777 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to explore Edinburgh, sip Scottish whisky, or hike the Highlands, the local Fodor‘s travel experts in Scotland are here to help! Fodor‘s Essential Scotlandguidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. Fodor‘s “Essential” guides have been named by Booklist as the Best Travel Guide Series of 2020! Fodor‘s Essential Scotland travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 45 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side-trips, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “Scotland‘s Best Museums”, “Scotland‘s Best Outdoor Adventures”, “Scotland‘s Best Castles” and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, geography and more SPECIAL FEATURES on “Playing Golf in Scotland”, “Scottish Whisky”,“Outlander Filming Locations”, and more LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Edinburgh, Glasgow, St. Andrews, Dundee, Angus, the Trossachs, Loch Lomond, Aberdeen, Inverness, Speyside, Loch Ness, the Highlands, Isle of Skye, and more Planning on visiting the rest of Great Britain? Check out Fodor‘s Fodor‘s Essential Great Britain, Fodor‘s Essential England, and Fodor‘s London. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor‘s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!
Download or read book JOURNAL OF THE SOCIETY OF ARTS written by JOURNAL OF THE SOCIETY OF ARTS and published by . This book was released on 1878 with total page 1008 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Lonely Planet Scotland written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2017-04-01 with total page 837 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Scotland is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Sip the water of life, whisky, in an ancient pub, trace the trails of the clanspeople fleeing Glen Coe, or play a round in St Andrew's, golf's spiritual home; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Scotland and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Scotland Travel Guide: Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - castles, lochs & mountains, islands, literature, food & drink, museums, culture, wildlife, the land Covers Edinburgh, Glasgow, Highlands & Islands, Inverness & the Central Highlands, Orkney & Shetland and more eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Scotland , our most comprehensive guide to Scotland, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
Download or read book A Complete Collection of State trials and Proceedings for High treason and Other Crimes and Misdemeanours written by Francis Hargrave and published by . This book was released on 1777 with total page 900 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Time Keeper written by Meagan Mahoney and published by Cormorant Books. This book was released on 2024-10-19 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twelve-year-old orphan Malcolm McKenzie’s world is falling apart. His mentor, clockmaker Jack Alexander, was found dead inside a locked clock tower. His best friend — and Jack’s son — Peter is dying of a mysterious disease. His only hope: a puzzle inside a seemingly broken pocket watch that even Jack couldn’t fix. The watch, a precious heirloom passed down through a family of proud physicians, must be the key to solving Jack’s murder and a miracle cure for Peter. But shadowy figures stalk the streets of Edinburgh, scheming to steal the watch and its secrets for themselves. Malcolm, alongside pickpocket and fellow orphan Maddie, must outsmart and outrun their enemies to solve the watch’s puzzle and save the family that saved him … before Peter’s time runs out.
Download or read book Soldiers Don t Go Mad written by Charles Glass and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2023-06-06 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A brilliant and poignant history of the friendship between two great war poets, Siegfried Sassoon and Wilfred Owen, alongside a narrative investigation of the origins of PTSD and the literary response to World War I From the moment war broke out across Europe in 1914, the world entered a new, unparalleled era of modern warfare. Soldiers faced relentless machine gun shelling, incredible artillery power, flame throwers, and gas attacks. Within the first four months of the war, the British Army recorded the nervous collapse of ten percent of its officers; the loss of such manpower to mental illness – not to mention death and physical wounds – left the army unable to fill its ranks. Second Lieutenant Wilfred Owen was twenty-four years old when he was admitted to the newly established Craiglockhart War Hospital for treatment of shell shock. A bourgeoning poet, trying to make sense of the terror he had witnessed, he read a collection of poems from a fellow officer, Siegfried Sassoon, and was impressed by his portrayal of the soldier’s plight. One month later, Sassoon himself arrived at Craiglockhart, having refused to return to the front after being wounded during battle. Though Owen and Sassoon differed in age, class, education, and interests, both were outsiders – as soldiers unfit to fight, as gay men in a homophobic country, and as Britons unwilling to support a war likely to wipe out an entire generation of young men. But more than anything else, they shared a love of the English language, and its highest expression of poetry. As their friendship evolved over their months as patients at Craiglockhart, each encouraged the other in their work, in their personal reckonings with the morality of war, as well as in their treatment. Therapy provided Owen, Sassoon, and fellow patients with insights that allowed them express themselves better, and for the 28 months that Craiglockhart was in operation, it notably incubated the era’s most significant developments in both psychiatry and poetry. Drawing on rich source materials, as well as Glass’s own deep understanding of trauma and war, Soldiers Don't Go Mad tells for the first time the story of the soldiers and doctors who struggled with the effects of industrial warfare on the human psyche. Writing beyond the battlefields, to the psychiatric couch of Craiglockhart but also the literary salons, halls of power, and country houses, Glass charts the experiences of Owen and Sassoon, and of their fellow soldier-poets, alongside the greater literary response to modern warfare. As he investigates the roots of what we now know as post-traumatic stress disorder, Glass brings historical bearing to how we must consider war’s ravaging effects on mental health, and the ways in which creative work helps us come to terms with even the darkest of times.
Download or read book The Athenaeum written by and published by . This book was released on 1890 with total page 836 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
