A Short History Of The Scottish Highlands And Isles (1906)

By William Cook Mackenzie

Book Overview

""A Short History Of The Scottish Highlands And Isles"" is a historical book written by William Cook Mackenzie in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Scottish Highlands and Isles, covering the period from the earliest times to the end of the 19th century. The author explores the rich cultural heritage of the Scottish Highlands and Isles, including the Gaelic language, music, and literature. He also delves into the social, economic, and political developments of the region, including the impact of the Jacobite rebellions, the Clearances, and the rise of the Highland clans. Mackenzie's book is a comprehensive and engaging account of the Scottish Highlands and Isles, providing readers with an insightful and informative perspective on this fascinating region of Scotland.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436750598
• ISBN13: 9781436750592
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"