Book

Scottish Miscellany: Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Scotland the Brave

2014

Synopsis

Revel in the fun and fascinating explanations behind Scottish traditions and folklore—from William Wallace, Rob Roy, and MacBeth to golf, kilts, and haggis.

Here are the answers to questions you’ve always had—or never knew you had—and more as he covers all aspects of Scotland. From Scottish culture to the ancient history of the country to modern pastimes, this book has all that and more.

Why the thistle is the floral emblem of Scotland.

How Scotch whisky is made.

Why the Scots celebrate Hogmanay.

How to play the bagpipes.

If there is really a monster living in Loch Ness.

What is Gaelic.

What is the Stone of Destiny.

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