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FRED’S WAR: A DOCTOR IN THE TRENCHES BY ANDREW DAVIDSON, SHORT BOOKS, HARDBACK £25.00
The unique story of the Great War seen through the camera lens of Fred Davidson, the medical offi cer of the 1st Cameronians and one of the fi rst doctors to win the Military Cross. The heroic doctor’s grandson writes the compelling story of his grandfather’s war to accompany the photos that are the real star of this book.
MEMOIRS OF AN ARTIST NATURALIST BY GEORGE E LODGE, GEORGE EDWARD LODGE TRUST, HARDBACK £38.00
L & ANN GOOSSENS
A new edition of Lodge’s book which was fi rst published in 1946. As well as original work, this edition includes a biography of the author and an additional gallery of work. This, combined with Lodge’s illustrations and writings on Scotland’s birds, make this a pleasantly refreshed version of a classic.
ROUND THE TABLE CHARITY COOKBOOK, QUALITY MEAT SCOTLAND, HARDBACK £10.00
A collection of the favourite recipes of Scotland’s most famous faces, brought together to raise funds for childrens’ charities in Scotland. A nicely laid out cookbook for the carnivorous cook, the recipes are simple and the food is hearty. This is the perfect cookbook to see you through the Scottish winter.
THE GLASGOW SMILE BY ALLAN BROWN, BIRLINN, PAPERBACK £14.99 There is no doubt
that Glasgow has spawned many a funny man and woman over the years, and this encyclopedia of humour goes some way to justifying the sub-title of this book: ‘An A-Z of the Funniest City on Earth’. The format makes this a great read to dip in and out of and an essential for any Glaswegian with aspirations of comedic excellence.
THE NEEDLEWORK OF MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS BY MARGARET SWAIN, CROWOOD, PAPERBACK £14.99
The story of Scotland’s Queen with a unique twist, this book centres around images of the needlework of Mary, Queen of Scots. From her formative years in France to the part that embroidery played in her life during her incarceration, this is an interesting look at the turbulent life and work of the monarch.
THE CALL OF THE MOUNTAINS BY MAX LANDSBERG, LUATH PRESS, HARDBACK £20.00
A guide book covering all 282 of Scotland’s Munros. Landsberg is a life-coach and enthusiastic hiker who has previously written two self-help books. His account of conquering Scotland’s highest summits makes for an entertaining and informative companion for anyone planning to appreciate the history, geology, vistas and wildlife of the mountains first hand.
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BY ANDREA THOMAS BIRLINN, HARDBACK £25.00 The Renaissance is thought of as one of the most creative and fl amboyant periods in history. A time of artistic genius which, if you believe the history books, missed Scotland altogether. In this book, Thomas aims to lay
Glory and honour
this myth to rest with her detailed guide to the Renaissance that fl ourished in Scotland during the fi fteenth and sixteenth century. Thomas shows how the cultural
infl uences of France and Italy infl uenced the Scottish monarchy in the visual arts, a fact that is evident in some of Scotland’s grand homes and castles. The well researched, collated and
illustrated collection of architecture, artwork and artifacts in this book provide certain evidence of what was a vibrant and cosmopolitan society which was keen to compete creatively and artistically on a European stage.
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