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Wild History

Journeys into Lost Scotland
By James Crawford
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Wild History by James Crawford explores the intertwining of nature and human history, delving into how landscapes have shaped and been shaped by historical events. Through captivating narratives, the book reveals the impact of the natural world on our past, offering a fresh perspective on the forces that have sculpted human experiences across different eras and regions.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a passion for exploring the untamed and dramatic events of the past, particularly focusing on the forces and people that shaped history. With a keen eye for detail, the author weaves historical narratives that uncover the chaotic and unpredictable nature of military encounters and societal changes, making it a fascinating read for history enthusiasts.

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Wild History

In this book acclaimed author and presenter James Crawford introduces many forgotten places all over the country, from the ruins of prehistoric forts and ancient, arcane burial sites, to abandoned bothies and boathouses, and the derelict traces of old, faded industry.

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You scramble up over the dunes of an isolated beach. You climb to the summit of a lonely hill. You pick your way through the eerie hush of a forest. And then you find them. The traces of the past. Perhaps they are marked by a tiny symbol on your map, perhaps not. There are no plaques to explain their fading presence before you, nothing to account for what they once were—who made them, lived in them, or abandoned them. Now they are merged with the landscape. They are being reclaimed by nature. They are wild history.

In this book, acclaimed author and presenter James Crawford introduces many such places all over the country, from the ruins of prehistoric forts and ancient, arcane burial sites, to abandoned bothies and boathouses, and the derelict traces of old, faded industry.

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Wild History by James Crawford has received glowing reviews, with readers finding it a thrilling exploration of Scotland's hidden past. It has been described as a journey through time that brings overlooked historical landscapes to life with Crawford's engaging writing style. Many appreciate the book for uncovering stories that are often missed, offering a fresh perspective on Scotland's history and geography.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780277868

Publisher: Birlinn General

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Birlinn Ltd

Illustration: Colour throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 738g

Pages: 336

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European History History & Military James Crawford Non-Fiction

About the Author

James Crawford is a writer and broadcaster. His first major book, Fallen Glory: The Lives and Deaths of History's Greatest Buildings was shortlisted for the Saltire Literary Award for best non-fiction. His other books include Who Built Scotland: 25 Journeys in Search of a Nation, Scotland's Landscapes and Aerofilms: A History of Britain from Above. His most recent book is The Edge of the Plain: How Borders Make and Break Our World. In 2019 he was named as the Archive and Records Association's first-ever 'Explore Your Archives' Ambassador. He lives in Edinburgh.

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