Author: Paul Webster Publisher: ISBN: 9781907025051 Category : Lochalsh (Scotland) Languages : en Pages : 95
Book Description
Wester Ross and Lochalsh are amongst the most popular areas for walks in the Scottish Highlands. The Lochalsh peninsula between the shores of Loch Duich and Loch Carron offers varied walking from villages such as Plockton as well as the region's main town at Kyle of Lochalsh. This pocket guide features 40 of the best walks in this popular area in an attractive and accessible format.
Author: Richard Hallewell Publisher: ISBN: 9781872405605 Category : Trails Languages : en Pages : 30
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This guide covers walks in the dramatic landscape of Wester Ross, in the area between Torridon in the north and Glenelg in the south. The 31 walks featured range from 0.75 miles to 12 miles (1-19km).
Author: David Dobson Publisher: Genealogical Publishing Com ISBN: 0806348283 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 106
Book Description
Although it is difficult to estimate the figure accurately, experts believe that 100,000 Scots emigrated to the United States or Canada during the middle of the nineteenth century. The majority of these emigrants were skilled, educated workers from urban industrial backgrounds whose expertise was in great demand in the rapidly industrializing cities of North America. For this book, the first of five in the series (see also Part Two, Part Three, Part Four, and Part Five), David Dobson, who has previously published the most extensive lists of Scottish immigrants to America during the colonial and early Federal periods in print, extends his coverage of Scottish immigration to the period 1825-1875. For the most part, his findings come from Scottish newspapers like the Aberdeen Journal, Fife Advertiser, Scottish Guardian, etc. as well as from a handful of documents in the Scottish Record Office and other archives. The Scottish expatriates identified by the compiler are arranged alphabetically and invariably give, besides the individual's full name, place of residence (country, state/province, or city), an identifying date, and the source of the information. In addition, many of the entries indicate the individual's date of birth, father's name and occupation or place of residence, spouse, or the name of the vessel upon which he arrived. In all Mr. Dobson has culled information on upwards of 2,000 Scotsmen who were residing in North America during the early Victorian era.
Author: Alan Murphy Publisher: Footprint Travel Guides ISBN: 1909268240 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 154
Book Description
The Northwest Highlands is the Scotland of mist-shrouded glens, towering mountain peaks, windswept purple heather hillsides and brooding lochs. Explore this mysterious land with the aid of Footprint Focus, which will guide you to the best of the Northwest Highlands’ accommodation, restaurants, tours, and tips on spotting the Loch Ness Monster. • Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around the Northwest Highlands • Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and seek adventure • Includes information on tour operators and activities, from dolphin cruises to mountain hiking. • Detailed maps for the Northwest Highlands. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, Footprint Focus Northwest Highlands of Scotland (Includes Inverness, Fort William, Glen Coe, Wester Ross & Ullapool) provides concise and comprehensive coverage of Scotland’s most wild and exhilarating region. The content of the Footprint Focus Northwest Highlands of Scotland (Includes Inverness, Fort William, Glen Coe & Ullapool) guide has been extracted from the Scotland Highlands and Islands Footprint Handbook.
Author: Alister Farquhar Matheson Publisher: Troubador Publishing Ltd ISBN: 1783064420 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 600
Book Description
The western coastal lands of the Northern Highlands are squeezed between the northern Hebrides and Drumalban, the mountainous spine of Highland Scotland. This is a region justly famed for some of the finest and most unspoilt scenery in the British Isles – but what happened here in times past? Scotland's Northwest Frontier provides the answer. For a long time, this area was a frontier zone between the medieval kingdoms of Norway and Scotland, and then between the Gaelic Lords of the Isles and the Scottish kings. In the 18th century, this remote seaboard was Britain’s ‘Afghanistan’, a dangerous region often beyond the control of London and Edinburgh. It was the last hiding place of Bonnie Prince Charlie before his escape to France after his Jacobite army had been crushed on Culloden Moor. A land of clans and lost causes, this is the story of powerful lords and warrior chiefs, Presbyterian soldiers of the Covenant and Hanoverian redcoats, Highland Clearances, road and railway builders, whisky smugglers and opium traders, from Viking times to the beginning of the 21st century. Scotland's Northwest Frontier is the entertaining story of what was for long a lawless region, followed through eight turbulent centuries. Backed by comprehensive appendices and glossary, this is one for the fireside, a travelling companion and an invaluable reference source for the bookshelf. Scotland's Northwest Frontier will appeal to those interested in Scottish history, and people who descend from Scottish clans and families.
Author: Rob Humphreys Publisher: Rough Guides ISBN: 9781843532699 Category : Highlands (Scotland) Languages : en Pages : 608
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This guide highlights the best places to sleep, eat and drink in the Highlands and Islands. It includes coverage of all major and minor outdoor activities, hiking trails and mountain bike routes.
Author: David Alston Publisher: ISBN: 9781474427319 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Explores the prominent role of Highland Scots in the slavery industry of the cotton, sugar and coffee plantations of the 18th and 19th centuries. Longlisted for the 2021 Highland Book Prize.
Author: Rob Humphreys Publisher: Rough Guides UK ISBN: 1405389362 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 857
Book Description
The Rough Guide to Scotland is the ultimate travel guide to this beguiling and beautiful country. It will guide you through Scotland with reliable information and detailed coverage of all of Scotland's attractions, from the world-class cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow to its many idyllic islands. The Rough Guide to Scotland features detailed practical advice on what to see and do and how to get about, plus up-to-date reviews of the best hotels, B&Bs, shops and restaurants. Whether you're looking for traditional village pubs or want to go puffin-spotting on Shetland, it's covered. Accurate maps and comprehensive practical information help you get under the skin of Scotland, whilst stunning photography and an inspirational introduction make this your ultimate travelling companion. Make the most of your time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Scotland. Now available in epub format.
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