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    612-822-4611

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A history of Peeblesshire

A history of Peeblesshire

William Chambers

Paperback

General ReferenceGeneral SociologyIrish History

ISBN10: 9353602580
ISBN13: 9789353602581
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Feb 25 2019
Pages: 572
Weight: 1.58
Height: 1.27 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A landmark portrait of one Scottish county at the height of the Victorian age, A History of Peeblesshire opens a window onto a landscape, a people, and a way of life now vanished. The Borders come alive here. Drawing on parish records, local traditions and personal observation, this classic Scottish local history book traces Peeblesshire county history from its earliest mentions to 19th century Scotland, weaving together topography, agriculture, religion, education and civic life into a complete county history rooted in the valley of the Tweed. For readers fascinated by Peebles, Scotland history and the rich tapestry of Scottish Borders heritage, Chambers writes with both accuracy and affection. As a meticulous regional history reference, it speaks directly to those who find the past in local detail, and is indispensable for local historians and anyone engaged in family history research, illuminating the estates, settlements and families that shaped the county. Written by a leading Victorian man of letters, this William Chambers history stands as a key work of Victorian era Scottish history and sits naturally beside any Scottish county records collection or home library of classic non-fiction. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure - this handsome heritage volume invites casual readers, specialists and collectors alike to rediscover Peeblesshire in its fullest historical depth.

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