This text follows David and Judy Steel on a tour of the Scottish Borders, since 1965 the location of their home and Steel's consituency. It features the rivers, woodland and hills of this region, which has for centuries been of strategic importance, to rievers and kings alike, with bloody feuds and battles. The Borders region has also provided a cultural legacy for Scotland, and the authors' journey includes such places as Floors Castle and Traquair House. The book also describes the local landmarks and landscapes which ...
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This text follows David and Judy Steel on a tour of the Scottish Borders, since 1965 the location of their home and Steel's consituency. It features the rivers, woodland and hills of this region, which has for centuries been of strategic importance, to rievers and kings alike, with bloody feuds and battles. The Borders region has also provided a cultural legacy for Scotland, and the authors' journey includes such places as Floors Castle and Traquair House. The book also describes the local landmarks and landscapes which have inspired writers such as William Wordsworth, Sir Walter Scott and John Buchan. Local legends and ancient customs are also included, as are the agricultural traditions and industrial heritage of the area.
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Add this copy of Border Country to cart. $1,404.55, good condition, Sold by Reuseabook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester, GLOS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1987 by Weidenfeld & Nicolson.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Damaged book. Slightly damaged in some way typically, a grazed corner or torn cover.
