The Spell of Scotland by Keith Clark
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About this eBook
| Author | Clark, Keith, 1879- |
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| LoC No. | 16023814 |
| Title | The Spell of Scotland |
| Series Title | The Spell Series |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries (http://archive.org/details/toronto) |
| Summary | "The Spell of Scotland" by Keith Clark is a travelogue written in the early 20th century that explores the captivating history, geography, and culture of Scotland. The author takes readers on a journey through notable Scottish landmarks and towns, evoking a deep sense of nostalgia and connection to the land as he reflects on historical events and figures, such as Mary, Queen of Scots, and Sir Walter Scott. At the start of the book, Clark expresses his profound sense of belonging and the emotional pull of returning to Scotland, which he describes as "home." He paints a vivid picture of the landscape and towns such as Berwick and Melrose, interweaving historical anecdotes and personal reflections on the characters, events, and songs associated with these locations. The opening sets the tone for a richly illustrated exploration of Scotland's past, urging readers to appreciate the deep cultural heritage that shapes the identity of the Scottish people. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Scotland -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41623 |
| Release Date | Dec 14, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 138 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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