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This Is Edinburgh


by M. Sasek

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2006
  • HARD COVER
  • 64 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

First published in 1958, this is a facsimile edition of Sasek's charming original portrait of the city, its culture, attractions and spirit for young readers. (SCT106, $17.95)

Great Northern?, A Scottish Adventure of Swallows and Amazons


by Arthur Ransome

  • TRAVEL NARRATIVE
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 128 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A satisfying tale of summertime adventures, seamanship, nature and villainy in Scotland. (SCT78, $14.95)

Scotland


by Melanie Waldron

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2011
  • PAPER
  • 48 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

One in the illustrated and informative Countries Around the World series, geared for ages 8-11. (SCT176, $8.99)

You Wouldn't Want to Be Mary, Queen of Scots!


by Fiona MacDonald

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 32 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

The hilarious illustrations and light-hearted tone, helpful hints and glossary in this popular series for ages 7-10 will entice even reluctant readers. (SCT161, $9.95)

Mary, Bloody Mary

Mary, Bloody Mary


by Carolyn Meyer

  • LITERATURE
  • 2001
  • PAPER
  • 240 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

This sympathetic portrait brings to life Mary Tudor's childhood and difficult teen years, when her beloved father, Henry VIII, spurns Mary's mother for the bewitching Anne Boleyn -- and Mary goes from riches to rags, becoming the embittered woman who would later be known as Bloody Queen Mary. Ages 11 and up. (GBR333, $6.99)

The Queen's Own Fool


by Robert J. Harris | Jane Yolen

  • LITERATURE
  • 2001
  • PAPER
  • 400 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

This excellent historical novel relates the life of Mary Queen of Scots as witnessed by her jester, a spunky orphan named Nicola. (SCT55, $7.99)

Ancient Celts, Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of the Celts' Past

Ancient Celts, Archaeology Unlocks the Secrets of the Celts' Past


by Jen Green

  • ARCHAEOLOGY
  • 2008
  • HARD COVER
  • 64 PAGES
  • FAMILY

This captivating, illustrated overview of the Celts and their discovery for ages 10 and up features hundreds of color photographs, maps, glossary and interviews. It's an excellent overview of archaeology for the whole family. (CLT05, $17.95)

The Black Island

The Black Island


by Herge

  • LITERATURE
  • 2011
  • PAPER
  • 62 PAGES
  • FAMILY

Set in Scotland, in this seventh adventure (updated in the 1960s), Tintin and faithful canine companion confront a gang on the mysterious island of the title. (SCT149, $8.99)

 

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