A timely and vivid look at Scotland¿s long and difficult road to nationhood, re-exploring some cherished myths and unearthing a wealth of fascinating new detail.Magnus Magnusson¿s starting point is Sir Walter Scott¿s classic version of Scotland¿s history, ¿Tales of a Grandfather¿ (1827-29), which has moulded the views of generations of Scottish schoolchildren. Like Scott, Magnus Magnusson is a master story teller. In investigating the many questions raised by the nation¿s turbulent and often poignant past, he gives full weight to the living treasure of local legends and tradition which he believes has as much resonance as academic analysis.Where did the ¿Scots¿ come from? What is the truth about such historical figures as Macbeth, William Wallace and Robert Bruce? What was the significance of the tragic reign of Mary Queen of Scots? What was the impact of Bonnie Prince Charlie and his brutal defeat at Culloden?Incorporating the findings of many leading modern historians, ¿Scotland: The
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Lindisfarne has captured the imagination of visitors and residents alike for decades. Also know as ''Holy Island'', the rich and eventful history of the area is explored in great depth in this fascinating account. The author takes...
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<p><b>The Vikings hold a particular place in the history of the West, both symbolically and in the significant impact they had on Northern Europe. </b>Magnus Magnusson''s indispensable study of this great period presents a...
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Sally Magnusson brings together thirty well-known names together to discuss their most sacred spots.Including James Cosmo, Judy Murray, Anna Campbell-Jones, Val McDermid, Kieron Achara, Chris Hoy, Linda Bauld, Rhona Cameron, Eddi Reader, Clive Russell,...
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Nå er det sjakk-VM igjen! Verdensmesteren geleider deg gjennom sjakkens ABC.<br/>I disse dager er Magnus Carlsen i gang med nytt sjakk-VM, og vi ønsker å minne om denne klassikeren.I denne boken forteller Magnus, som 13-åring, om hvordan han...
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