Scotland's Hidden HistoryIan Armit tells the story of Scotland's earliest history by concentrating on 100 of the most exciting and accessible monuments, which he places firmly in their wider historical context. The book includes regional itineraries, a complete guide to museums and heritage attractions, and an archaeological glossary. |
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List of Illustrations | 4 |
Early settlers | 24 |
Sacred places | 53 |
Copyright | |
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