Burnbanks Village
Burnbanks Village

Author: Joe McLeod

Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited

Published: 2021-05-15

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13: 1398110922

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This fascinating history of the village of Burnbanks near Aberdeen will be of interest to all those who have lived in the village or know it well.

The Little History of Aberdeenshire
The Little History of Aberdeenshire

Author: Duncan Harley

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2019-03-29

Total Pages: 191

ISBN-13: 0750991135

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Duncan Harley takes the reader on a grand tour through Aberdeenshire's fascinating and rich history, culminating in a collection of stories and facts that will make you marvel at the events this county has witnessed. Read about the Beaker People, blue-painted Picts and the Roman legionnaires who tried, but ultimately failed to subdue the local populace. William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and Donald Trump inhabit these pages alongside tales of Bloody Harlaw, the Herschip of Buchan and the battle of Mons Graupius. Discover the painter priest of Macduff, the English Dillinger, the famous diggers of Inverurie's George Square and the strange tale of how Lawrence of Arabia 'got his scuds' over at Collieston. The Little History of Aberdeenshire is guaranteed to enthral both residents and visitors alike.

DANIEL DEFOE Ultimate Collection: 50+ Adventure Classics, Pirate Tales & Historical Novels - Including Biographies, Historical Works, Travel Sketches, Poems & Essays (Illustrated)
DANIEL DEFOE Ultimate Collection: 50+ Adventure Classics, Pirate Tales & Historical Novels - Including Biographies, Historical Works, Travel Sketches, Poems & Essays (Illustrated)

Author: Daniel Defoe

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2024-01-13

Total Pages: 5040

ISBN-13:

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In Daniel Defoe's Ultimate Collection, readers are presented with a treasure trove of adventure classics, pirate tales, and historical novels that showcase the author's unique literary style and keen sense of storytelling. Defoe's works are known for their vivid imagery, riveting plots, and engaging characters, making them stand out in the literary context of the 18th century. This collection also includes biographies, historical works, travel sketches, poems, and essays, all complemented with illustrations that bring the narratives to life. Defoe's versatile writing transcends genres, offering a diverse and immersive reading experience for fans of historical fiction and adventure tales.