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Offers an informative account of the vibrant history of Scotland, from its earliest inhabitants up to the beginnings of Stewart rule. This title celebrates the cultural achievements of the Scottish, giving an objective account of the nation's origins and history. It features informative inserts, illustrations, fact boxes and index.

Takes the angler on a journey through some of Scotland's most wonderful areas to discover little-known lochs and others that are outstanding simply because of their extraordinary beauty. This book celebrates all that is best about wild fishing in Scotland.

Jack Shian has recovered the Mapa Mundi and rescued his father Phineas from the clutches of the 'Grey' enchantress - but he is still exiled with his family off the west coast of Scotland. The Unseelie alliance of evil Kildashie, deadly Thanatos and Red Caps now controls most of the Shian areas in Scotland.

Part of the KATIE series, this book is aimed at very young children and is the simplest and easiest introduction to Scots words. It features cheerful and engaging pictures. Each of the thirteen spreads introduces two things or animals: one word and one image for each.

Run by murderers, fugitives and liars, the Colony is a haven to those fleeing Europe - especially the privileged "Purple Stars". But when the governor of the Colony dies suddenly and mysteriously, the six officials turn on each other, sparking a terrifying chain of events which threatens the very existence of the Colony.

Gus is very cross when Mum and Dad tell him they have to go on a long journey and he kicks up a really big fuss. The longer the journey goes on, the worse Gus gets! But then, in the distance, he sees the place they're going to.

As legendary Glasgow detective Les Brown re-investigates cases from Stratford in east London to Wick, via Glasgow, he finds that, often, the official police line doesn't quite add up. The body of a young electrician is dragged from a harbour. The police say the death was an accident, but a mysterious man confesses to murder. What is the truth?

People like The Saughton Harrier who escaped from prison by dressing up as a runner, complete with running vest and number, and joining in as a race went by. Funny, sad and at times barely believable, Peterhead Porridge is a unique insight into the other side of prison life.

With the use of illustrations, this book looks at the different people involved in the Shakespearean theatre, providing a dramatic insight into life in Elizabethan England. It helps you discover the hazards of everyday life in the 16th century, such as fire and plague. It features informative captions, maps, a glossary and an index.

Katie makes her way through the months of the year, experiencing the changing seasons and some of the key events of the calendar - from wind and snow to rain and sunshine, from spring days with new lambs and bright flowers to summer days on the beach and in the garden.

A princess, a palace and six cute kittens!Suki has crept into Princess Katie's luggage and has come on her skiing holiday! But when Suki tries to make her own way home, Katie and Becky race against time to find the kitten lost in the snow.

Features children's literature, retold in modern Scots. This work is useful for Scottish adults and youngsters.

The final showdown between the Great Galloon and the evil crew of the Sumbaroon. Captain Anstruther and the crew of his Great Galloon have trapped the evil Zebediah and his Sumbaroon at the base of a waterfall - at last they will rescue the captain's stolen bride, Isabella!

This packed anthology contains a vast selection of literature in Scots. From the Renaissance makars to contemporary authors, together with work in translation from a number of different languages, it gathers into one volume writers as diverse as Robert Henryson, William Dunbar, Robert Fergusson, Robert Burns, Jean Elliot, Walter Scott, Hugh MacDiarmid, Liz Lochead, Charles Baudelaire and Feodor Dostoevsky, as well as some of the finest anonymous ballads and songs ever composed. Arranged thematically into topics such as love, home, death, jealousy, pride, ambition, freedom, work and play, it gives teachers and students immense scope both for comparative analysis and exploration of the main concerns of individual authors. It is, therefore, not only a major contribution to the study of Scots literature but a fascinating and enjoyable tour through some of the greatest writing Scotland has ever produced. Ideal for both students at upper secondary level and beyond, as well as anyone wishing to indulge in the best in Scottish literature.

This miscellany of Jessie Kesson's writings brings together a variety of her work in different genres, all focusing on childhood and adolescence.

Collection of short stories which draw heavily upon Jessie Kesson's own experiences of growing up in a small town in Scotland. The title story, Where the Apple Ripens, is the story of Isabel Emslie, a young girl facing up to her last day at school and an uncertain future in service in the town.