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Describes Scotland's past and present culture, traditions, and famous figures, and discusses the continuing influence of Roman Celts, Picts, and Scots.
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Harris (author of many books on history and the arts) examines how history, topography, climate, and culture have worked together to create a distinctive Scottish identity. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of day-to-day life from agriculture and warfare to art and religion, as well as great figures of Scotland's past such as William Wallace, Mary Queen of Scots, Sir Walter Scott and Alexander Bell. Other topics include the Celts, Scots, and Picts and the formation of the Scottish nation, the importance of myth and legend, language and literature, architecture, and tradition and change. The volume contains numerous color and b&w illustrations. Oversize: 9x12
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