The Little Book Of Scottish Rain

Author : Ron Butlin
Publisher : Birlinn Publishers
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2018-08-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1780275579

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The Little Book of Scottish Rain by Ron Butlin Pdf

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.

Author : Caroline Eden
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2024-05-09
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781526658968

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Cold Kitchen by Caroline Eden Pdf

'With its union of practicality and magic, a kitchen is a portal offering extended range and providing unlikely paths out of the ordinary. Offering opportunities to cook, imagine and create ways back into other times, other lives and other territories. Central Asia, Turkey, Ukraine, the South Caucasus, Russia, the Baltics and Poland. Places that have eased into my marrow over the years shaping my life, writing and thinking. They are here, these lands I return to, in this kitchen.' A welcoming refuge with its tempting pantry, shelves of books and inquisitive dog, Caroline Eden finds comfort away from the road in her basement Edinburgh kitchen. Join her as she cooks recipes from her travels, reflects on past adventures and contemplates the kitchen's unique ability to tell human stories. This is a hauntingly honest, and at times heartbreaking, memoir with the smell, taste and preparation of food at its heart. From late night baking as a route back to Ukraine to capturing the beauty of Uzbek porcelain, and from the troublesome nature of food and art in Poland to the magic of cloudberries, Cold Kitchen celebrates the importance of curiosity and of feeling at home in the world.

Author : Orange Hippo!
Publisher : OH
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-08-03
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781800694026

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The Little Book of Scotland by Orange Hippo! Pdf

Land of spectacular landscapes, rich history and fabulous legends. With its jaw-dropping beauty, magnificent architecture, superb art and culture, and friendly, hospitable people, Scotland is consistently ranked as one of the world's best-loved destinations. Packed full of fabulous facts, as well as wise and witty quotes from famous Scots, The Little Book of Scotland captures the nation at its glorious best. Covering everything from sparkling lochs and brooding castles to spellbinding legends and famous sons and daughters – not to mention tartan, haggis and whisky – it's a wonderful celebration of this vibrant, extraordinary land. 'This is a city of shifting light, of changing skies, of sudden vistas. A city so beautiful it breaks the heart again and again.' - Alexander McCall Smith, on Edinburgh 'There are two seasons in Scotland: June and winter.' - Billy Connolly The Edinburgh International Festival is one of the largest performing arts festivals in the world. It attracts over 300,000 people annually. Scotland has more than 790 islands, 94 of which are inhabited. One of its most famous and spectacular is the enchanting Isle of Skye. It is the second-biggest island, though it has more sheep than people. Scotland's national dish is the much-loved haggis. It is made with the heart, liver and lungs of a sheep, which are boiled in the animal's stomach.

Author : Verma, Surendra
Publisher : Orient Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2015-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The Little Book of Beginnings and Breakthroughs in Science by Verma, Surendra Pdf

The continuing story of eureka moments… The book traces the winding route of scientific beginnings, blunders and breakthroughs over the past four millennia, and uncovers the fascinating personalities behind them, their creative processes and their triumphs or tragedies. Try to imagine life without microchips or the internet of World Wide Web. Pause and reflect on the enormous advantages accruing from the mapping of DNAs ― the Genome Project ― which are helping in treating previously untreatable diseases. The human curiosity continues to thrive, and the 'little globe of sunshine' remains with us, a symbol of those eureka moments that herald scientific breakthroughs.

Author : Mickey Mayhew
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2015-01-05
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780750963138

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The Little Book of Mary Queen of Scots by Mickey Mayhew Pdf

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.

Author : Steve Blamires
Publisher : Skylight Press
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781908011831

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The Little Book of the Great Enchantment by Steve Blamires Pdf

William Sharp (1855-1905) was a prolific writer; friend and confidant to the literati of the day; an active member of the occult world of the late Victorian period; and a man who spent his life cloaked in layers of secrets - the most important being that he was the pen behind the writings of the mysterious Fiona Macleod. He kept her true identity a closely guarded secret. Many famous people - W.B. Yeats, "AE", MacGregor Mathers, Dante Gabriel Rossetti - were involved in Sharp's short life; he was a member of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn and Yeats' secret Celtic Mystical Order; and he and Fiona Macleod were involved with the mysterious Dr. Goodchild whose ancient bowl was proclaimed by many to be the Holy Grail. But the enduring legacy of these two fascinating writers is the wealth of Faery magical lore contained in the writings of Fiona Macleod. For the first time this book reveals previously unknown secrets from the life of William Sharp and shows clearly how to recover the Faery lore contained in Fiona Macleod's literary output. These writings are not only about the Realm of Faery, they are the first authentic first-hand accounts from the Realm of Faery, revealing previously unknown Faery gods and goddesses, Faery belief, lore and magic. The Little Book of the Great Enchantment adds significantly to the corpus of serious writings on this greatly misunderstood subject.

Author : Tim Kirby
Publisher : Birlinn
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2019-10-10
Category : Humor
ISBN : 1780276273

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The Little Book of Scottish Beasties by Tim Kirby Pdf

Scotland is renowned for the huge range of its wildlife, which comes in all shapes and sizes. In this book Tim Kirby introduces 45 of them, from the iconic red deer and golden eagle to the Highland cow and ubiquitous midge. In addition, he offers his take on animals of myth and legend, such as the world-famous Loch Ness Monster and the mysteriously watery kelpies. And he also includes other creatures which may or may not be classed as animals in the conventional sense - such as the haggis (rarely seen alive but eaten every Burns Night) and even the bagpipe (surely some kind of animal given its appearance and piercing call).

Author : Geoff Holder
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2011-10-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780750953955

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Little Book of Glasgow by Geoff Holder Pdf

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.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 674 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1868
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:555025715

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THE SCOTTISH CONGREGATIONAL MAGAZINE by Anonim Pdf

Author : Barry Flynn
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2016-11-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9780750969727

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The Little Book of Antrim by Barry Flynn Pdf

Did You Know? Overlooking Ballymena, Slemish Mountain was believed to be the first home of St Patrick in Ireland. His footprint is said to be indented in a stone close to Skerry churchyard. The 'sport' of rat racing thrived on the shores of Lough Neagh in the 1960s, with the annual championships taking place in Norman Wilson's bar in the main street of Crumlin. In January 1998, a 16-year-old Glengormley schoolgirl became one of the youngest National Lottery millionaires when she picked up £1,055,101 for choosing the six winning numbers. The Little Book of Antrim is a compendium of fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts about County Antrim. Here you will find out about Antrim's people and places, its business and industry, its spectacular coasts and glens and its proud sporting heritage. Across quaint villages and bustling towns, this book takes the reader on a journey through County Antrim and its vibrant past. A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped into time and again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage and the secrets of this ancient county.

Author : Sally Coulthard
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2020-10-20
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781452184029

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The Little Book of Snow by Sally Coulthard Pdf

The Little Book of Snow is a charming celebration of all things snow. This sweet book includes entries like how to build the perfect snowman, what gives snow its color, and snow-inspired folklore from around the world. With iridescent white foil and lovely woodblock illustrations throughout, this petite book makes a wonderful gift. • Features captivating trivia about snow • Follows delightful traditions about winter wonderlands The Little Book of Snow is a lovely book for winter sports enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys the magic of a winter wonderland. • A celebration of the joys of winter • Makes a holiday book for outdoorsy people, winter sport fanatics, those who live in snowy climates, and anyone who has a cabin. • You'll love this book if you love books like The History of the Snowman by Bob Eckstein, Snow Play by Birgitta Ralston, and Powder: The Greatest Ski Runs on the Planet by Patrick Thorne.

Author : Roger Legg
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781479769643

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Another Shore by Roger Legg Pdf

Ever since Boy Scout days Roger Legg has obtained great pleasure from long-distance walking. On the whole he does not like following footpath routes designated by Acts of Parliament, nor following books of instructions on how to get from A to B ... proceed for one mile; turn left at the farm gate; be careful of the marsh at the bottom of hill ..... It all sounds a bit like joining the army and often fails to get the walker off the beaten track. Rather he prefers to plan his own route, to use map and compass. This book is a record of six journeys which he made in the British Isles during the years 1980 to 1991. He hopes the reader will enjoy his adventures; as that great walker George Borrow said many years ago: ..... these British Islands ... where more strange things are every day occurring, whether in road or street, house or dingle

Author : Episcopal Church in Scotland
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 557 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2019-11-22
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:4057664638854

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The Book of Common Prayer and The Scottish Liturgy by Episcopal Church in Scotland Pdf

'The Book of Common Prayer' is a vital religious text that has been used by the Church of England for centuries. The Episcopal Church in Scotland adopted its own version in 1912, featuring the Scottish Communion Office and other minor additions and deviations from the English version. This edition replaced earlier Scottish parishes' use of the English version. The text includes the Psalms of David, prayers for the administration of the sacraments and other rites, and guidance on the making, ordaining, and consecration of bishops, priests, and deacons. This important historical document is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the role of liturgy in religious practice.

Author : Scottish Mountaineering Club
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1895
Category : Mountaineering
ISBN : UOM:39015035846610

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Scottish Mountaineering Club Journal by Scottish Mountaineering Club Pdf

Includes section "Mountaineering literature."

Author : W. Duglas
Publisher : Рипол Классик
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781145046870

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Scottish Mountaineering Club Journal by W. Duglas Pdf