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  • The Wolfe of Badenoch: A Historical Romance of the Fourteenth Century

    It was in the latter part of the fourteenth century that Sir Patrick Hepborne and Sir John Assueton—two young Scottish knights, who had been serving their novitiate of chivalry under the banners of Charles the Sixth of France, and who had bled their maiden lances against the Flemings at Rosebarque—were hastening towards the Border separating England from their native country. A truce then ... Read more

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  • Legendary Tales of the Highlands: A Sequel to Highland Rambles (Complete)

    We left the Highland village of Tomantoul after an early breakfast, and proceeded to wend our way slowly up the pastoral valley of Aven. The scenery as yet had nothing peculiarly striking about it, but our faces were turned towards the Cairngorm group of mountains, and the closing in of the hills forming the termination of our present view, already excited interesting expectation regarding those ... Read more

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  • The Practical Astronomer

    by Thomas Dick ...
    "The Practical Astronomer" by Thomas Dick is a comprehensive guide that aims to make astronomy accessible to the general public. Dick, a passionate advocate for science, provides readers with practical advice on how to observe celestial phenomena using simple tools. The book covers various topics, including the structure of the solar system, the stars, and the universe, while emphasizing the ... Read more

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  • Highland Legends

    The scenery of the less cultivated parts of our native Scotland may, generally speaking, be said to be checkered, as human life is with its events; for as, during our pilgrimage here on earth, evil continually succeeds good, and good evil, so are beauty and deformity seen to alternate with each other on the simple face of Caledonia. A long stretch of dreary and uninteresting hill country is often ... Read more

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  • The Practical Astronomer: Comprising Illustrations of Light and Colours—Practical Descriptions of All Kinds of Telescopes—etc, etc.

    by Thomas Dick ...
    Light is that invisible etherial matter which renders objects perceptible by the visual organs. It appears to be distributed throughout the immensity of the universe, and is essentially requisite to the enjoyment of every rank of perceptive existence. It is by the agency of this mysterious substance, that we become acquainted with the beauties and sublimities of the universe, and the wonderful ... Read more

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  • The Wolfe of Badenoch: A Historical Romance of the Fourteenth Century

    The novel is set in Scotland during the 14th century and centers around the historical figure of Alexander Stewart, who was known as the "Wolfe of Badenoch." Stewart was the son of King Robert II of Scotland and gained notoriety for his military exploits and turbulent life.In "The Wolfe of Badenoch," Sir Thomas Dick Lauder likely fictionalizes the life of Alexander Stewart, weaving together ... Read more

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  • Legendary Tales of the Highlands (Volume 1 of 3)

    The collection features a range of traditional Scottish tales and legends that capture the mystique and cultural heritage of the Scottish Highlands. Lauder, a Scottish author and historian, sought to preserve and share the rich oral traditions and stories of the region.Volume 1 of "Legendary Tales of the Highlands" includes a variety of folktales, myths, and legends, each reflecting different ... Read more

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  • Legendary Tales of the Highlands (Volume 2 of 3)

    In Volume 2, Lauder delves into more tales and legends from the Scottish Highlands, continuing the narrative style and themes established in Volume 1. The stories typically involve heroic deeds, supernatural occurrences, and the rich tapestry of Highland life and folklore.Lauder's collection captures the essence of Scottish oral traditions, including tales of ancient warriors, mythical creatures, ... Read more

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  • Legendary Tales of the Highlands (Volume 3 of 3)

    This volume continues the exploration of Scottish myths, legends, and historical tales, capturing the rich cultural heritage of the Highlands. Lauder’s work is known for its detailed and vivid portrayal of Scottish traditions, stories, and the picturesque landscape of the Highlands.The tales in this volume cover a range of subjects, from heroic legends and supernatural occurrences to local ... Read more

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  • Legendary Tales of the Highlands (Volume 2 of 3)

    There is a long, low, flat-topped, and prettily wooded eminence, that rises out of the middle of the bonny haughs of Kilmaichly, at some distance below the junction of the rivers Aven and Livat. I don’t remember that it has any particular name, but it looks, for all the world, like the fragment of some ancient plain, that must have been of much higher level than that from which it now rises, which ... Read more

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  • The Wolfe of Badenoch

    Enriched edition. A Historical Romance of the Fourteenth Century

    In "The Wolfe of Badenoch," Sir Thomas Dick Lauder delivers a riveting historical novel that intricately weaves together the tumultuous life of Alexander Stewart, the infamous Wolf of Badenoch. Set against the backdrop of 14th-century Scotland, Lauder's narrative is rich in vivid imagery and archaic dialogue, embodying a style that echoes the romanticism of the era while remaining accessible to ... Read more

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  • Highland Legends

    Enriched edition. Exploring the Enchanting Highland Folklore and Myths

    In "Highland Legends," Thomas Dick Sir Lauder weaves a rich tapestry of folklore and mythic narratives that reflect the enduring spirit of Scotland's Highlands. Lauder's literary style is marked by an elegant prose that marries vivid description with an almost lyrical quality, inviting readers into a world where the supernatural intertwines with the everyday. Set against the backdrop of Scotland's ... Read more

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