The Little Book Of Edinburgh
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The Little Book Of Edinburgh
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Author : Geoff Holder
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2013-05-01
The Little Book Of Edinburgh written by Geoff Holder and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-05-01 with History categories.
The Little Book of Edinburgh is a funny, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of the sort of frivolous, fantastic or simply strange information which no-one will want to be without. Here we find out about the most unusual crimes and punishments, eccentric inhabitants, famous sons and daughters and literally hundreds of wacky facts. Geoff Holder's new book contains historic and contemporary trivia on Edinburgh. There are lots of factual chapters but also plenty of frivolous details which will amuse and surprise. A reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped in to time and time again to reveal something you never knew. Discover the real story of Greyfriars Bobby (he was a publicity stunt), meet the nineteenth-century counterparts of our favourite modern detectives, from Jackson Brodie to John Rebus, seek out historical sites from the distant past to the Second World War, and tangle with the Tattoo and freak out with the Festival. A remarkably engaging little book, this is essential reading for visitors and locals alike.
Little Book Of Edinburgh
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language : en
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Release Date : 2014
Little Book Of Edinburgh written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014 with categories.
The Little Book Of Scottish Rain
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Author : Ron Butlin
language : en
Publisher: Birlinn Publishers
Release Date : 2018-08-02
The Little Book Of Scottish Rain written by Ron Butlin and has been published by Birlinn Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-08-02 with categories.
Bleeters come and bleeters go, they never, never stay -if it's not raining nowmore rain is on the way.It's widely reported that Eskimos have over 50 words for snow. Given the equivalent ubiquity of rain in Britain's northern climes, it is not surprising that Scots have coined just as many (and possibly many more) expressions for the many different types of precipitation that fall from our skies.In this book Ron Butlin introduces 50 of the most colourful Scottish words for rain in humorous and memorable verse, imaginatively accompanied with illustrations by Tim Kirby.
The Little Book Of Scotland
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Author : Geoff Holder
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2014-02-03
The Little Book Of Scotland written by Geoff Holder and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-02-03 with History categories.
The Little Book of Scotland is a funny, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of the sort of frivolous, fantastic or simply strange information which no-one will want to be without. Discover the most unusual crimes and punishments, eccentric inhabitants, famous sons and daughters and literally hundreds of wacky facts. Geoff Holder's latest book contains historic and contemporary trivia including such gems as the real story of William 'Braveheart' Wallace, which king was murdered in a barn, and where the Second World War Commandos were formed. From Sir Walter Scott to Sir Sean Connery and Queen Victoria to Mary Queens of Scots, this is a remarkably engaging little book, essential reading for visitors and Scots alike.
The Little Book Of Luck
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Author : Richard Wiseman
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2011-06-30
The Little Book Of Luck written by Richard Wiseman and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-06-30 with Self-Help categories.
This little book is a distillation of Richard Wiseman's research into how to lead a luckier life. Featuring much new material - including original 'charm' designs that will help you to stay lucky - as well as an overview of the four principles that make up The Luck Factor, this is a fun and accessible insight into the scientific principles of good fortune. Small enough to fit in your pocket, its contents are powerful enough to change your life!
The Little Book Of Bristol
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Author : Maurice Fells
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2015-07-06
The Little Book Of Bristol written by Maurice Fells and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-07-06 with History categories.
A rich, and indeed sometimes bizarre, thread of history weaves its way through the Bristol story. Find out all manner of things, from why a 'Bristol Diamond' would never be found in a jewellery shop to why local by-laws restrict carpet beating to certain hours. Along with a fresh look at city life past and present, these and many more anecdotes will surprise even those Bristolians who thought they really knew their city.
The Digested Read
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Author : John Crace
language : en
Publisher: RDR Books
Release Date : 2005-12
The Digested Read written by John Crace and has been published by RDR Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-12 with Literary Criticism categories.
Literary ombudsman John Crace never met an important book he didn't like to deconstruct. From Salman Rushdie to John Grisham, Crace retells the big books in just 500 bitingly satirical words, pointing his pen at the clunky plots, stylistic tics and pretensions of Big Ideas, as he turns publishers' golden dream books into dross.
The Little Book Of Glasgow
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Author : Geoff Holder
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2011-10-01
The Little Book Of Glasgow written by Geoff Holder and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-10-01 with History categories.
The Little Book of Glasgow is a funny, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of the sort of frivolous, fantastic or simply strange information which no-one will want to be without. Here we find out about the most unusual crimes and punishments, eccentric inhabitants, famous sons and daughters and literally hundreds of wacky facts. Geoff Holder's new book gathers together a myriad of data on Glasgow. There are lots of factual chapters but also plenty of frivolous details which will amuse and surprise. A reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped in to time and time again to reveal something you never knew. Discover why two archbishops had a fight on the steps of the cathedral, find directions to an Egyptian pharaoh and a Native American chief, and learn where you can find half-a-dozen Tardises. A remarkably engaging little book, this is essential reading for visitors and locals alike.
The Little Book Of Mary Queen Of Scots
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Author : Mickey Mayhew
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2015-01-05
The Little Book Of Mary Queen Of Scots written by Mickey Mayhew and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-01-05 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Mary Queen of Scots is perhaps one of the most controversial and divisive monarchs in regal history. Her story reads like a particularly spicy novel, with murder, kidnap, adultery, assassination and execution. To some she is one of the most wronged women in history, a pawn used and abused by her family in the great monarchical marriage game; to others, a murderous adulteress who committed regicide to marry her lover and then spent years in captivity for the crime, endlessly plotting the demise of her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I of England. This book covers the breathtaking scope of her amazing life and examines the immense cultural legacy she left behind, from the Schiller play of the 1800s to The CW teen drama Reign. Temptress, terrorist, or tragic queen, this book will give you the lowdown on one of history's most misunderstood monarchs.
The Little Book Of Genius
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Author : Dr Keith Souter
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2011-10-30
The Little Book Of Genius written by Dr Keith Souter and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-10-30 with History categories.
At any party, there's always one person who stands out from the crowd, because he or she talks more intelligently and tells better jokes than everyone else there. And everyone else wishes they were as knowledgeable and witty as that person. Thanks to Keith Souter's The Little Book of Genius, they can be, or at least appear to be. The first part, which is based on serious scientific foundations explained in an accessible and light-hearted manner, explains some handy techniques for winning an argument, getting your point across, telling a joke and generally making the most of yourself. The second contains the essentials of what you need to know about literature, history, art, music, science, sport and other subjects, so that people will think you are cultured, intelligent and well-read. With the help of The Little Book of Genius, you can be the envy of everyone else at the party!