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Scottish history
This collection contains books on the national history of Scotland, its governance its topography and geography; and key historical, military, and political figures.
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Forteviot: a Pictish and Scottish royal centre
Tempus
2006
A full-scale study of the mediaeval site of Forteviot in Perthshire.
A history of the rencounter at Drumclog, and battle at Bothwell Bridge, in the month of June, 1679, with an account of what is correct, and what is fictitious in the "Tales of my landlord", respecting these engagements and reflections on politic
W.P. Borthwick and Co.
1821
An account of the battle fought between a group of Covenanters and the forces of John Graham of Claverhouse.
The Bible in seventeenth-century Scottish life and literature
Allenson & Co. Ltd.
1936
An assessment of the impact of the Bible on aspects of Scottish life.
The Scottish Covenanters
Distributed on behalf of the author by John Smith & Son (Glasgow), Ltd.
1946
A history of the Scottish religious and political movement, who supported a Presbyterian Church of Scotland, and its primacy in religious affairs.
The Queen's world
Scottish National Portrait Gallery in association with the National Museums of Scotland
1987
A celebration of Mary, Queen of Scots.
Mediaeval Scotland: chapters on agriculture, manufactures, factories, taxation, revenue, trade, commerce, weights and measures
James MacLehose and Sons
1892
A collection of articles on the economy of early Scotland which originally appeared in the Glasgow Herald.
Three Celtic earldoms: Atholl, Strathearn, Menteith: critical and historical recital so far as known
Norman Macleod
1909
An account of the first three earldoms created in Scotland, by Malcolm Canmore.
Leaves from the book of Scots
Scots Secretariat
1970s
Reprint of a pamphlet, originally published in 1914, by an early advocate of Scottish self-government. Gift inscription on front cover from another noted Scottish nationalist and geologist, Archibald Lamont.
Scottish historical documents
Scottish Academic Press
1970
A selection of source material illustrating key aspects of Scottish history from the Dark Ages to the Union with England.
Scots abroad in the fifteenth century
published for The Historical Association by P.S. King & Staples Limited
1942
A discussion of soldiers, merchants, priests, and students who made their mark outside their native country.
Mary, Queen of Scots: lecture delivered to Canadian and USA forces on leave
1943
A short account of the life, and death, of Mary Queen of Scots.
The Scottish countryside: its changing face, 1700-2000
John Donald in association with the National Archives of Scotland
2007
Published to accompany an exhibition organised by the National Archives of Scotland.
The drove roads of Scotland
House of Lochar
1995
A reprint of Haldane's classic work on the development of the droving trade and the routes used.
Acts of the Lords of Council in public affairs 1501-1554: selections from the Acta Dominorum Concilii introductory to the Register of the Privy Council of Scotland
H.M. General Register House
1932
A transcription of records pertaining to the reign of James V and Mary Queen of Scots. From the library at Briglands.
The Appin murder: the historical basis of Kidnapped and Catriona
William Hodge and Company
1911
An account of the murder of Captain of Colin Campbell of Glenure and the subsequent trial of Allan Breck Stewart.
The history of the Highland clearances
Alex Maclaren & Sons
1946
Originally published in 1883, and extensively revised and amended in the light of later research.
The English army at Flodden
Scottish History Society
1951
Reprinted from Miscellany of the Scottish History Society, Volume 8.
Mercat cross and tolbooth: understanding Scotland's old burghs
John Donald Publishers Ltd
1988
A guide to surviving features of ancient old Scottish burghs.
The piper in peace and war
John Murray
1927
Provides a history of piper and playing, and then considers the impact on each Scottish regiment.
Robert the Bruce in Glen Trool AD 1307
Galloway Gazette Press
1929
An account of the events leading up to Bruce's victory at the Battle of Glen Trool.
The making of Scotland: lectures on the War of Independence delivered in the University of Glasgow
James MacLehose and Sons
1911
A discussion of the unification of Scotland and its quest for independence from England up to the mid-14th century.
Clan Robertson
Cascade Publishing Company
1989
A guide to the origins, lands, and historic contributions of the Clan Robertson.
Dunfermline Abbey: a poem with historical notes and illustrations
J. Miller
1819
A lengthy poem with a history of Dunfermline Abbey. From the library of Alfred Saunders and novelist Lucy Bethis Walford on front free endpaper.
Broughty Castle and the defence of the Tay
Abertay Historical Society
1970
A history of Broughty Castle in Broughty Ferry.
