The Highlands and Islands of Scotland by A. R. Hope Moncrieff
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"The Highlands and Islands of Scotland" by A. R. Hope Moncrieff is a descriptive travelogue likely written in the early 20th century. The book explores the wilder, lesser-known regions of Scotland, analyzing their rugged landscapes, cultural richness, and the unique character of the Gaelic-speaking Highlanders. Moncrieff aims to provide readers with an insightful and engaging account of Scotland's beauty, contrasting it with more familiar tourist locales. The opening portion of the book
establishes a tone of warmth and familiarity towards the Highlands, characterized by personal anecdotes and a touch of humor concerning language and culture. Moncrieff reflects on the deeply ingrained identity of the Highland people, their dialects, and the historical changes that have touched their lives. He paints a rich tapestry of landscapes, infusing the text with evocative descriptions of towns and rivers, while subtly critiquing the encroaching industrialization that threatens the regions’ traditional essence. The narrative would appeal to readers interested in Scottish culture, history, and the breathtaking nature found in the Highlands and Islands. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Moncrieff, A. R. Hope (Ascott Robert Hope), 1846-1927 |
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| Illustrator | Smith, William, Jr. |
| Title | The Highlands and Islands of Scotland |
| Credits |
Produced by Fay Dunn, Fiona Holmes,and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Scotland -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Highlands (Scotland) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62887 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 726 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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