Provincial Antiquities of Scotland (1834)

By Sir Walter Scott

Book Overview

Provincial Antiquities of Scotland is a book written by Walter Scott in 1834. The book is a comprehensive description of the historical and cultural artifacts of Scotland's provinces. It is divided into six sections, each focusing on a different province of Scotland, namely, the Highlands, the Lowlands, the Borders, the Western Isles, Orkney, and Shetland. The book provides a detailed account of the various antiquities, including castles, ruins, tombs, standing stones, and other historical sites. It also includes descriptions of the customs, traditions, and folklore of the people of Scotland. The book is written in a descriptive and engaging style, with Scott's characteristic wit and humor shining through in many of the passages.The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history and culture, providing a glimpse into the rich and varied heritage of the country. It is also an important work in the field of antiquarianism, as it documents many sites and artifacts that may have been lost or destroyed since the book's publication. Overall, Provincial Antiquities of Scotland is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Scotland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437146988
• ISBN13: 9781437146981
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 468 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"