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Bannockburn
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Bannockburn—The Battle for a Nation
The battle that won Scotland its freedom, told with cinematic clarity
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About the Ebook
As 8,000 Scottish soldiers, most of them spearmen, faced 18,000 English infantrymen, archers and mounted knights in June 1314 near the Bannock Burn, many would have thought that the result a foregone conclusion. But two days later, the English were routed, Edward II fled to the coast and took ship for home, and few English and Welsh soldiers escaped from Scotland unhurt. This emphatic victory was the moment that enabled Scotland to remain independent and pursue a different destiny.
In this book, best-selling author Alistair Moffat offers fresh insights into one of the most famous battles in history, yet one which is surprisingly little understood. Where exactly was it fought; and what happened at the Scottish council of war the night before the second day to persuade the Scots to attack at dawn?
This book follows in detail the events of those two days that changed history, and captures all the fear, heroism, confusion and desperation as he describes the tactics and manoeuvres that led to a stunning and unexpected Scottish victory.
Why You'll Love This Ebook
- Relive the battle that secured Scottish independence in vivid detail
- Discover the strategy, courage, and chaos of medieval warfare
- Explore one of history's most decisive military encounters
- Read another celebrated title from Birlinn Ltd - Independent Scottish Publisher
Reviews
'Moffat's account of the duel between Bruce and de Bohun is totally gripping — he is particularly enthralling about the councils of war on the eve of the second day's battle' Country Life
'Moffat's account of the mustering of the English army and its march north is splendid — he is a master of historical geography and deeply versed in the techniques of medieval warfare' The Scotsman
'A carefully considered account — Moffat enlightens and educates with an up-to-date interpretation of a battle firmly cemented in Scottish history' Scottish Field
About the Author
Alistair Moffat was born and bred in the Scottish Borders. A former Director of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Director of Programmes at Scottish Television and founder of the Borders Book Festival, he is also the author of a number of highly acclaimed books. From 2011 he was Rector of the University of St Andrews. His previous books include The Reivers, The Borders, Scotland: A History from Earliest Times and To the Island of Tides.Publication Details
Publisher: Birlinn Ltd
Publication Date: 01 May 2014
Print Length: 224 pages (Ebook edition)
ISBN (Ebook): 9780857907998
Format: Ebook
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