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On the Trail of William Wallace
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A refreshing insight into the life and heritage of Scotland's greatest hero, featuring 74 places to visit and an engaging narrative that reads like a historical novel.
Discover the real William Wallace beyond the legend — and explore the sites connected to Scotland's most celebrated freedom fighter.
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About the Ebook
On the Trail of William Wallace offers a refreshing insight into the life and heritage of the great Scots hero whose proud story is at the very heart of what it means to be Scottish, and whose effect on the ordinary Scot through the ages is manifest in the many sites where his memory is marked. This engaging, thoughtful and at times amusing narrative reads with the ease of a historical novel, complete with all the intrigue, treachery and romance required to hold the attention of the casual reader and still entice the more knowledgeable historian. An encyclopaedia-cum-guidebook, this book is stuffed with fascinating titbits not usually on offer in the conventional history book. It will be enjoyed by anyone with an interest in Scotland, from the passing tourist to the most fervent nationalist. 74 places to visit in Scotland and the north of England. One general map and three location maps. Stirling Bridge and Falkirk battle plans. Wallace's route through London. Wallace connections in North America and elsewhere. Reproductions of rarely seen illustrations.
Why You'll Love This Ebook
- 74 places to visit in Scotland and the north of England connected to William Wallace.
- Features maps, battle plans, and rare illustrations to bring the story to life.
- Reads like a novel despite being meticulously researched history.
- Perfect for history enthusiasts, Scottish heritage tourists, and anyone curious about one of Scotland's greatest heroes.
About the Author
David R Ross lives in East Kilbride. A keen motorcyclist and amateur historian, for years he has spent every free moment visiting historic sites, battlefields and castles. He has immersed himself in finding out as much as he can about great Scottish heroes.
Publication Details
Publisher: Luath Press
Publication Date: 3 May 2024
Print Length: 190 pages
ISBN (Ebook): 9781804252192
Format: Ebook
Language: English
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