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Alistair Moffat - The Faded Map (2nd Hand Paperback)
SKU B004034
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Synopsis
Subtitled : The Lost Kingdoms of Scotland.
In this modern age the regional and national boundaries which define Scotland seem fixed and permanent. But of course this has not always been so.
In this book Alistair Moffat looks at the shifting political shape of the land long before its modern borders were created. In doing so he brings to vivid life the half-forgotten kingdoms that came and went during Roman times, the Dark Ages and the early medieval period. This is a fascinating journey into a tantalisingly little-known period of our history, yet one which is crucial to our understanding of who we are and where we came from.
Details
- Format : Standard 2nd Hand Paperback
- Condition : Very Good
- Category : Non-Fiction - Scotland
- Published : 2010 (This Edition 2014 - Birlinn)
- ISBN : 9781841589589
- SKU : B004034
- PPC : SP300gm
- RRP : £9.99
- Quantity Available : 1 only.
External Reviews
"Alistair Moffat has a great interest about the peoples who came together and formed Scotland. This is just the latest in a whole series of books on that theme, and it is as good as the previous ones." - M. Steedman.
"I am amazed at the depth of detail Mr. Moffat has accomplished from scanty and arcane sources. His grasp of Old Welsh, Gaelic, early English and Latin have clarified many issues for me. His geographic references have been most useful in pinpointing ancient historic sites and locales. Bear in mind this is a forgotten and sparsely documented period in European history - reading Moffat is like finding the Rosetta Stone. If you have any interest in understanding this seminal point in history, this is invaluable research. And he is a good writer and interesting to read." - Charlie Reid.
AI Summary
Alistair Moffat’s The Faded Map invites readers on a captivating journey through Scotland’s history and landscapes. Blending storytelling with rich historical detail, this book explores the enduring spirit and identity of Scotland, revealing the stories behind its culture and places. Perfect for those intrigued by heritage and the subtle connections that shape a nation's past.
The Author
Alistair Moffat was born and bred in the Scottish Borders. A former Director of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Director of Programmes at Scottish Television, he now runs the burgeoning Borders Book Festival as well as a production company based near Selkirk. He has written six previous books that are published by Birlinn.
