Northern Scotland: Inverness, John O'Groats, The North Coast, Aberdeen, Deeside, Donside
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Condition remarks: fold-out map intact.
Few corners of Britain stir the imagination quite like the untamed landscapes of Northern Scotland, and the Red Guide series' dedicated volume on this region stands as an authoritative companion for travellers seeking to uncover its rugged splendour. Edited by Reginald J. W. Hammond, this third edition guides the reader through a sweeping arc of iconic destinations — from the ancient capital of Inverness and the dramatic North Coast to the storied granite city of Aberdeen and the serene river valleys of Deeside and Donside — presenting each locale with the precision of a seasoned cartographer and the warmth of a local guide. Ward, Lock & Co.'s celebrated Red Guide series built its reputation on meticulous, practical travel writing, and this volume is no exception, chronicling the historical, geographical, and cultural character of Northern Scotland with admirable thoroughness. Hammond's editorial hand ensures a consistent, informative tone throughout, detailing everything from key routes and points of interest to the deeper heritage that defines this windswept corner of the British Isles. Whether one is drawn by the legend of Loch Ness, the majesty of Royal Deeside, or the sheer remoteness of John O'Groats, this guide promises to be an indispensable travelling companion — leaving the reader to wonder what extraordinary discovery awaits just beyond the next Highland horizon.
Author: Reginald J. W. Hammond
Format: Hardback
Genre: Travel & exploration
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Condition remarks: fold-out map intact.
Few corners of Britain stir the imagination quite like the untamed landscapes of Northern Scotland, and the Red Guide series' dedicated volume on this region stands as an authoritative companion for travellers seeking to uncover its rugged splendour. Edited by Reginald J. W. Hammond, this third edition guides the reader through a sweeping arc of iconic destinations — from the ancient capital of Inverness and the dramatic North Coast to the storied granite city of Aberdeen and the serene river valleys of Deeside and Donside — presenting each locale with the precision of a seasoned cartographer and the warmth of a local guide. Ward, Lock & Co.'s celebrated Red Guide series built its reputation on meticulous, practical travel writing, and this volume is no exception, chronicling the historical, geographical, and cultural character of Northern Scotland with admirable thoroughness. Hammond's editorial hand ensures a consistent, informative tone throughout, detailing everything from key routes and points of interest to the deeper heritage that defines this windswept corner of the British Isles. Whether one is drawn by the legend of Loch Ness, the majesty of Royal Deeside, or the sheer remoteness of John O'Groats, this guide promises to be an indispensable travelling companion — leaving the reader to wonder what extraordinary discovery awaits just beyond the next Highland horizon.