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The Book of Scottish Anecdote: Humorous, Social, Legendary and Historical

The Book of Scottish Anecdote: Humorous, Social, Legendary and Historical

Hislop, Alexander

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ISBN10: 1162630612
ISBN13: 9781162630618
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 762
Weight: 2.83
Height: 1.52 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Book of Scottish Anecdote: Humorous, Social, Legendary and Historical by Alexander Hislop is a comprehensive collection of stories and anecdotes that showcase the rich history and culture of Scotland. The book features a wide range of tales, including humorous anecdotes, social commentary, legendary myths, and historical accounts of famous figures and events in Scottish history.The book is divided into chapters that cover different topics, such as Scottish folklore, Scottish humor, Scottish history, and Scottish legends. Each chapter is filled with entertaining stories that provide insight into the unique character and traditions of Scotland.Some of the stories in the book include tales of Scottish warriors, famous Scottish poets and writers, and legendary creatures such as the Loch Ness Monster. The book also includes stories of everyday life in Scotland, providing a glimpse into the customs and traditions of this fascinating country.Overall, The Book of Scottish Anecdote is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish history and culture. It is a delightful collection of stories and anecdotes that will entertain and enlighten readers of all ages.1888. A wonderful collection of Scottish Anecdotes. One example is A Good Excuse: A case was called in the Court of Session one day, when the agent for one of the parties asked for a delay in the trial, alleging as a reason that the wife of his client was dead. Ay, Mr. X, said the judge, that's a grand excuse; I wish we had a one like it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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