Download or read book Castles of Scotland written by Martin Coventry and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A must for all those who want to visit Scotland's many castles. The book covers all of the coutry's famous strongholds, as well as many lesser-known places, with location, access, visitor facilities, and contact details. There is a map, many photos, a glossary of architectural terms, and a family-name index, allowing the reader to identify any castle associated with their family.
Download or read book Awesome Scottish Castles written by and published by Kelpies. This book was released on 2020-03-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover awesome Scottish castles in this sticker and activity book bursting with coloring, doodling, puzzles and more than 100 stickers! Have fun... Filling Edinburgh Castle with fun stickers Coloring an exciting attack on Urquhart Castle Doodling unicorns, dragons and other castle creatures Dressing up Mary, Queen of Scots at Stirling Castle Spotting the difference at the siege of Caerlaverock Castle Designing your own Scottish castle Created in partnership with Historic Environment Scotland, and based real Scottish castles, this bright and lively activity book is packed with fun facts and thrilling historical detail to bring Scotland's most famous castles to life!
Download or read book Castles written by Plantagenet Somerset Fry and published by David & Charles Publishers. This book was released on 2008 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents original maps, plans and archive illustrations alongside hundreds of photographs, showing ruins and surviving castles in their glory. This work includes descriptions of hundreds of special buildings, from remote ruins in isolated settings to imposing piles in towns and cities.
Download or read book Castles and Tower Houses of the Scottish Clans 1450 1650 written by Stuart Reid and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2012-09-20 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the exception of the key royal sites, such as Stirling and Edinburgh, few Scottish castles were located at strategic points, or were intended to house garrisons required to defend or subjugate towns. Instead they were primarily fortified dwelling houses, erected in an environment of weak Royal authority and endemic feuding between rival clans and groups, in both Highland and Lowland areas. Although some enceinte castles were developed during the 16th and 17th centuries, most defensive construction focused on the tower house, a distinctive vernacular style of Scottish fortification. This book examines the design, development, and purpose of these quintessentially Scottish buildings, and also covers larger sites such as Urquhart and Blackness.
Download or read book Hot Scots Castles and Kilts written by Tammy Swoish and published by Delacorte Press. This book was released on 2008-01-22 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Little does 16-year-old Sami Ames know what she’s in for when she and her mother head to Scotland to help their cousins save MacKensie Manor. Sami feels like she’s landed in a medieval time warp. There’s no electricity, no running water, or hair conditioner! But Sami joins in the challenges of daily peasant life in order to get MacKensie Manor up and running as a working farm tourist attraction. She can’t imagine people paying to make soap, dye wool, or milk cows. What’s worse, a ghost has invaded her room. Sami can’t figure out cousin Fiona, who obsesses over an ancient family feud with the McClintoggs, but Sami’s thrilled when she has a close encounter with a hot Scot. Too bad it’s Adan McClintogg!
Download or read book Stirling Castle written by Peter Yeoman and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-19 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The volcanic crag that dominates Stirling was probably fortified from ancient times, but the importance of Stirling Castle as a royal residence peaked in the 16th century. Around 1500, James IV added new buildings including the vast Great Hall. The elegant Chapel Royal was built by James VI in 1594. But the heart of Stirling Castle is the spectacular Palace, commissioned by James V in the 1530s. Its exuberant design drew on the fashions of the European Renaissance to express James's power and sophistication. Following a major programme of research, Historic Scotland has re-presented the Palace interiors as they might have looked when James V's grand scheme was completed.This book also includes a guide to Argyll's Lodging and Mar's Wark, grand residences occupied by major nobles near castle.
Download or read book A History and Guide to Scottish Castles written by Jenna Maxwell and published by Pen and Sword History. This book was released on 2023-01-24 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At one time, Scotland was home to more than 4,000 castles. It’s an extraordinary number for such a small country and today, around 3,000 still stand. Some are world famous, others have inspired great works of literature, while others have lit up the silver screen. There are grand, ticketed visitor attractions but there are others which are unassuming structures so tucked away that only the locals seem to know about them. From the triangular-shaped Caerlaverock Castle in Dumfries and Galloway to the imposing New Slains Castle in Aberdeenshire, and from the magnificent fortress that dominates the Edinburgh skyline to the haunting battlements that stand on the banks of Loch Ness, each tower tells a story, every turret holds a secret and, together, they span centuries of fascinating Scottish history. A History and Guide to Scottish Castles explores the history, architecture, and legends of some of these fascinating fortresses and looks at why they are so appealing to visitors today. Sharing amazing facts and her own unique experiences, author Jenna Maxwell takes readers on an unforgettable tour of some of Scotland’s most amazing castles which, if you haven’t visited them already, you’ll soon want to. Jenna has documented her journey on her Instagram page @queenofthecastles
Download or read book Edinburgh Castle for Kids written by and published by Kelpies. This book was released on 2019-03-21 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore Scotland's most famous castle -- home to kings and queens, the site of historic battles, and probably the best-known place in Scotland. Published in partnership with history experts at Edinburgh Castle and Historic Environment Scotland, this fun, fact-packed book includes everything you need to know about the castle's 1000-year history: -- Its most famous residents and treasures -- Who attacked the castle, and who tried to defend it -- Its dank dungeons and the prisoners who tried to escape -- The terrible battles and incredible sieges -- The secrets and the mysteriesConveying fascinating facts through simple words and loads of historically accurate illustrations, Edinburgh Castle for Kids will appeal to a wide age range of young visitors from all over the world.Each section includes a fun activity -- mazes, doodling and colouring, spot the difference, untangle, search and find and join the dots.With a mix of brilliant facts and enjoyable activities, Edinburgh Castle for Kids is the ultimate guide for kids to Scotland's most famous landmark -- whether you've visited or not!
Download or read book Scottish Castles written by David Cook and published by Batsford Books. This book was released on 2019-01-25 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A compendium of 28 beautiful, historical Scottish Castles for local and visitor alike Scotland: A land with rich history, wild landscapes and some of the most beautiful castles on Earth. There have been over 2000 castles in scottish history; some have been preserved in superb condition, some lie in picturesque ruin and others have been resigned to historical records. Discover the story of the well-trodden fortress of Edinburgh Castle, uncover the beautiful remoteness of Eileen Donan and learn all about Castle Urquhart, on the banks of Loch Ness. These are the sites of feuds, the homes of royalty and the locations of great battles. This Pitkin guide takes the reader on a tour of 28 of Scotland's most magnificent castles. Revised for 2019, it makes a perfect addition to the literature for any visitor to the country.
Download or read book An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Castle Legends written by Theresa Breslin and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dark dragons, ghostly bagpipers, rude goblins and sly wizards - discover the legends that dwell within the ancient castles of Scotland. This highly anticipated book is the latest volume of much-loved Scottish tale treasuries by Carnegie-award-winning children's author Theresa Breslin and Kate Greenaway Medal-longlisted artist Kate Leiper. Explore secret passages beneath Edinburgh Castle, search for the mysterious monster of Glamis, capture the faery flag of Dunvegan, joust with knights at Stirling Castle and swim with the selkie of Eilean Donan in this sumptuous collection of tales from iconic Scottish castles. Read much-cherished and little-known legends, each illuminating the character and history of its castle, all brilliantly retold and beautifully illustrated to amuse, thrill and enchant. A wonderful gift, this is a stunning book to be treasured for a lifetime, bringing history, place and story alive for children, parents and grandparents alike.
Download or read book Incredible Scottish Castles Activity Book written by Fiona Macdonald and published by . This book was released on 2017-02-01 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Children can embark on an entertaining tour of Scotland's many castles, learning about their history, locations and distinguishing features, as they complete all manner of exciting puzzles and games, including crosswords and join-the-dots.
Download or read book Scotland s Castles written by C. J. Tabraham and published by Batsford. This book was released on 1997 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scotland's castles are the most frequented of all its ancient monuments. Chris Tabraham describes the history and the architecture of these ancient buildings and the contribution archaeology has made to our current understanding of them.
Download or read book Little Explorers Scottish Castles Push Pull and Slide written by and published by Kelpies. This book was released on 2019-03-21 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lay siege to Stirling Castle, spot Nessie hiding at Urquhart Castle, have a feast with Mary Queen of Scots and escape Edinburgh Castle's dungeons! This book introduces little explorers to Scotland's history through its most famous castles. Moving parts let them pull up a portcullis, lower a drawbridge, tunnel out of the dungeons, blow up a tower and set off an amazing firework display. Each page is inspired by a real Scottish castle and the bright and exciting illustrations are packed full of historical detail helping young children to learn as they play. An ideal gift for children with Scottish families, this large board book is chunky but lightweight with sturdy moving parts that are just the right size for little hands.
Download or read book Scottish Castles Scotland s most dramatic castles and strongholds Collins Little Books written by Chris Tabraham and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2017-09-07 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A handy guide to nearly 140 of Scotland’s most dramatic castles and strongholds, all of which are open to the public. Optimised for colour tablets. The images in this ebook are not suitable for viewing on black and white e-ink devices.
Download or read book Scotland s Castles and Great Houses written by Magnus Magnusson and published by Random House Value Publishing. This book was released on 1981 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Text and photographs trace the history of 14 Scottish castles and describe architectural features and furnishings.
Download or read book Stirling Castle for Kids written by Moreno Chiacchiera and published by Kelpies. This book was released on 2021-06-17 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive children's guide to one of Scotland's largest and most important castles. The history of Stirling Castle is the history of Scotland, and this fun, fact-packed book tells it all. Readers will:-- Discover why the castle was so important to Scottish heroes William Wallace and Robert the Bruce-- Experience fun and games - spectacular feasts, jousting tournaments and a fierce game of football -- Meet its important royal residents - Mary Queen of Scots and James V - and its quirkiest characters-- Uncover the castle's gruesome and surprising secrets-- Reveal where unicorns, mermaids and a griffin can be found in Stirling CastleMixing brilliant facts and enjoyable activities, Stirling Castle for Kids is the ultimate guide for kids to one of Scotland's most important castles -- whether they've visited or not!
Download or read book Traditions and Stories of Scottish Castles written by Alexander Hastie Millar and published by . This book was released on 1927 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
