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  • Stories of the Scottish Border

    Tales of Conflict, Loyalty, and Beauty in Scottish Border History

    by William Platt, William Mrs. Platt ...
    Stories of the Scottish Border is a compelling anthology that dives deep into the heart of the Scottish Borders, offering an evocative exploration through a tapestry of stories steeped in rich history and culture. The collection encapsulates a broad spectrum of literary styles, from haunting ballads to vivid prose, each piece reflecting the tumultuous yet vibrant essence of this unique region. ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • are The Effects of Use and Disuse inherited

    by William Platt Ball ...
    My warmest thanks are due to Mr. Francis Darwin, to Mr. E. B. Poulton (whose interest in The subject here discussed is shown by his share in The translation of Weismann’s Essays on Heredity), and to Professor Romanes, for The help afforded by Their kindly suggestions and criticisms, and for The advice and recommendation under which this essay is now published. Encouragement from Mr. Francis Darwin ... Read more

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  • Stories of the Scottish Border

    by William Platt, Mrs. William Platt, M. Meredith Williams, Illustrator ...
    This edition features• illustrations• a linked Table of ContentsCONTENTSINTRODUCTIONTHE CHARACTER OF THE BORDERSA BRIEF HISTORY OF THE BORDERWHAT THE BORDER NAMES TELL USBamburgh and its CoastAthelstan at VinheathMonks and MinstrelsSir Patrick SpensAuld MaitlandThe Mystery of the EildonsBlack Agnes of DunbarThe Young TamlaneThe Gay Goss-HawkThe CorbiesOtterbourne a... ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Stories of the Scottish Border

    by Mr and Mrs William Platt ...
    Stories of the Scottish Border  By Mr and Mrs William Platt  ... Read more

    $8.99 USD

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    Stories of the Scottish Border (Unabridged)

    by William Platt ...
    Narrated by Robert Mcdougal ...

    Unabridged

    7 hours 28 min

    In the enchanting realm of the Scottish Border, where history and legend intertwine, William Platt's "Stories of the Scottish Border" invites you on an extraordinary journey. From the haunting tale of Thomas the Rhymer, who ventured into the realm of the fairies, to the tragic love story of Fair Helen of Kirkconnel, these captivating narratives paint a vivid tapestry of a land steeped in mystery ... Read more

    $5.99 USD

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    Stories Of The Scottish Border (Unabridged)

    by WILLIAM PLATT ...
    Narrated by Rebecca Peterson ...

    Unabridged

    7 hours 28 min

    Nothing seems to be known about Mr and Mrs William Platt, the writers of Stories of the Scottish Border. What they produced is an eccentric guidebook and history, seen partly through the ballads of the region. The book recounts the military stratagems, treachery and courage of those who struggled for control of the Border lands and of the whole country, and tells of the triumphs or tragic fate of ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

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  • The Candlemass Road

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    George MacDonald Fraser wrote The Candlemass Road after completing his research and writing The Steel Bonnets, his nonfiction account of the Anglo-Scottish border Reivers. Young Lady Margaret Dacre was brought up in the genteel fashion at the court of Queen Elizabeth I. When her father is murdered, she inherits his lands in the English West March and is plunged into a world where violence and ... Read more

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  • Macbeth

    An Historical Novel of the Last Celtic King

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  • The Silver Bough Volume 3

    A Calendar of Scottish National Festivals - Hallowe'en to Yule

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  • Border Reiver 1513–1603

    by Keith Durham ...
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    Stretching from the North Sea to the Solway Firth, the Border region has a sharply diverse landscape and was a battleground for over 300 years as the English and Scottish monarchs encouraged their subjects to conduct raids across their respective borders. This Warrior title will detail how this narrow strip of land influenced the Borderer's way of life in times of war. Covering every aspect of ... Read more

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  • Poetic Justice

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    Laird of a small estate, Will Alexander of Menstrie, poet and tutor, wasa man of modest ambitions. But when James VI learned of his poeticgenius, the king had other plans for him.In 1603, when James VI of Scotland became James I of England, hesummoned Will to London and commanded him to translate the Psalms forthe new royal version of the Bible in English - which remains thedefinitive edition to ... Read more

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