Edinburgh from Old Picture Postcards
| Author | : Andrew Cronshaw |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 144 |
| Release | : 1989 |
| Genre | : Edinburgh (Scotland) |
| ISBN | : |
Edinburgh The Old Town In Old Picture Postcards
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Edinburgh The Postcard Collection
| Author | : Jack Gillon |
| Publisher | : Amberley Publishing Limited |
| Total Pages | : 181 |
| Release | : 2022-05-15 |
| Genre | : Photography |
| ISBN | : 1398106399 |
Explore a fascinating and evocative collection of postcards depicting Scotland’s capital city of Edinburgh.
The Worlds of Patrick Geddes
| Author | : Philip Boardman |
| Publisher | : Taylor & Francis |
| Total Pages | : 542 |
| Release | : 2023-07-14 |
| Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
| ISBN | : 1000982815 |
First published in 1978, The Worlds of Patrick Geddes is a study of Patrick Geddes’ thought and action, his relationships and his life, as someone who defied labelling and who was years ahead of his contemporaries. The work of Patrick Geddes (1854-1932) is coming to be more and more widely appreciated, as his ideas on many diverse subjects are being gradually assimilated into the mainstream of modern thought. Geddes has been confidently labelled as a biologist, town-planner, sociologist and educator; but he was all of these and more. This book will be of interest to students of biology, urban planning and sociology.
The Oxford Art Book
| Author | : Emma Bennett |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 180 |
| Release | : 2018-09-12 |
| Genre | : Art |
| ISBN | : 1906860866 |
A colourful showcase of one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Inspired by Oxford's unique architecture and historic university, over 50 artists have produced a unique collection of contemporary images illustrating all aspects of the city and surrounding area. Oxford is both a thriving city and a byword for one of the world's best universities. Its ancient buildings are the wonder of the world, still used and inhabited by an energetic and passionate student community. From tightly-packed Cornmarket street catering for the shoppers of the busy city to Oxford's lush riverside walks that provide an asylum from the bustle of everyday life, to traditional St Giles's Fair and May Day that attract visitors from across Oxfordshire and beyond, this book represents them all, including: - Quirky hidden gems such as The Eagle and Child (the pub frequented by J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis) and the many cafes of the Covered Market - Innovative representations of classic tourist sites: the Bodleian Library, the Radcliffe Camera, the Sheldonian Theatre, Christ Church College, Magdalen College and many more... - The Mini Car Plant and Cowley Road transformed into artworks There is so much to wonder at in this lovely book. Its enthusiasm reveals a passion for both contemporary art and the lovely city of Oxford. It will renew memories and inspire visits and revisits to all its haunts.
Phillimore's Edinburgh
| Author | : Jan Bondeson |
| Publisher | : Amberley Publishing Limited |
| Total Pages | : 177 |
| Release | : 2018-07-15 |
| Genre | : Photography |
| ISBN | : 1445678322 |
The complete collection of the famous postcard artist Phillimore’s pictures of Edinburgh. It will appeal both to those who know and love Edinburgh and to postcard collectors.
Scottish Life and Society: Bibliography for Scottish ethnology
| Author | : Alexander Fenton |
| Publisher | : John Donald |
| Total Pages | : 646 |
| Release | : 2000 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : |
This major project comprises fourteen thematically arranged volumes. The aim of the Compendium is to examine the interlocking strands of history and traditional culture that go into the making of a national identity, in an up-to-date synthesis of the current state of knowledge. By bringing together information from a variety of sources, the Compendium not only provides a digest of topics, but also points towards areas for new investigation. The Compendium concentrates upon the present and the historical period and does not generally deal with prehistory, although for certain themes, such as the development of agriculture and buildings, early evidence is taken into account. Where appropriate, reference is made to foreign parallels and to the influence on Scotland of the cultures of neighbouring peoples. Scottish influence on the world at large is also taken into account, whether in relation to urban or rural, maritime or land-based topics. Material and non-material aspects of history and tradition are considered equally, at all levels of society, indeed oftentimes focusing on the interaction between people of differing social strata
Reader's Guide to British History
| Author | : David Loades |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 4319 |
| Release | : 2020-12-17 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 1000144364 |
The Reader's Guide to British History is the essential source to secondary material on British history. This resource contains over 1,000 A-Z entries on the history of Britain, from ancient and Roman Britain to the present day. Each entry lists 6-12 of the best-known books on the subject, then discusses those works in an essay of 800 to 1,000 words prepared by an expert in the field. The essays provide advice on the range and depth of coverage as well as the emphasis and point of view espoused in each publication.
River of Fire
| Author | : John MacLeod |
| Publisher | : Birlinn |
| Total Pages | : 663 |
| Release | : 2011-11-01 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 0857900862 |
Vibrating with endeavours for Britain's effort against the might of Nazi Germany, Clydebank was – in hindsight – an obvious target for the attentions of the Luftwaffe. When, on the evening of 13 March 1941, the authorities first detected that Clydebank was 'on beam' – targeted by the primitive radio-guidance system of the German bombers – no effort was made to raise the alarm or to direct the residents to shelter or flight. Within the hour, a vast timber-yard, three oil-stores, and two distilleries were ablaze, one pouring flaming whisky into a burn that ran blazing into the Clyde itself in vivid ribbons of fire. And still the Germans came; and Clydebank, now an inferno, lay illuminated and defenceless as heavy bombs of high-explosive, as land-mines and parachute blasters began to fall ... With reference to written sources and the memories of those who survived the experience, John MacLeod tells the story of the Clydebank Blitz and the terrible scale of death and devastation, speculating on why its incineration has been so widely forgotten and its ordeal denied any place in national honour.
Medieval Mysteries
| Author | : Karen Ralls |
| Publisher | : Nicolas-Hays, Inc. |
| Total Pages | : 306 |
| Release | : 2014-03-01 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 0892545925 |
Journey into twelve of the world’s favorite medieval mysteries and cross the threshold into the world of the High Middle Ages. From Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales to Umberto Eco’s Name of the Rose to Dan Brown’s bestselling The Da Vinci Code, the medieval period continues to intrigue, inspire, entertain, and fascinate many today. This is a book for the general reader and specialist alike, Medieval expert, former Rosslyn Chapel museum exhibition curator, and bestselling author Dr. Karen Ralls guides the reader through the key historical facts, legends and lore, affiliated places, and major symbolism of 12 popular medieval enigmas, providing a lively introductory portal which includes some of the lesser-known, sidelined, or unacknowledged aspects of each of these enduring topics. The story of each subject comes alive as never before, providing a solid introduction for all readers as well as further suggested resources for teachers and researchers. Also included are photographs, a recommended reading section, maps, a list of the key major sites associated with each topic, and a full bibliography. Topics covered include: King Arthur, Merlin, and Glastonbury The Grail Quest Mary Magdalene The real meaning of Black Madonnas The Knights Templar, the Cathars, and Rosslyn Chapel Medieval Guides and Troubadours Heresy and Heretics
The Dictionary of Picture Postcards in Britain, 1894-1939
| Author | : A. W. Coysh |
| Publisher | : ACC Distribution |
| Total Pages | : 320 |
| Release | : 1996 |
| Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
| ISBN | : |
Full of relevant information, this book covers the whole field of picture postcard production in Britain. It is an indispensable reference to a vast amount of collectable pictorial material.
