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A cornucopia of facts about all things Scottish: from haggis & football, to malt whisky & witchcraft trials, this beautifully presented book is the ideal gift for Scots of all ages. From tartans to Trainspotting, from bagpipes to Billy Connolly, from The Book of Kells to the Krankies, Scotland: 1000 Things You Need To Know is the essential handbook to all things Scottish. Delving deep into Scotland's rich history & culture, past & present, Edwin Moore has gathered together over a thousand facts about its monarchs, heroes & rogues; battles, scandals & great trials; food & (of course) drink; legends, folklore, & sports
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- & presents them here in easily digestible, scone-sized portions. If you ever wondered what a bawbee is, or whether both Barack Obama & John Mc Cain can really be descended from a Scottish Lion, then you'll find the answers here. Scotland: 1, 000 Things You Need To Know is the perfect present for all lovers of things Scottish.