 Scotland is a land full of myth and mystery, and in this book Gilly Pickup looks at a selection of the many stories of paranormal phenomena associated with Scotland.
There are stories of spooky sightings a-plenty, in settings which range from the stereotypical old ruined castles to modern houses, and from cities to the wilds of the Highlands, along with tales of sea monsters, UFOs, and disappearing lighthouse keepers. The book is illustrated with photographs of many of the sites where hauntings are said to have taken place (although no ghostly images appear, unfortunately), and Gilly Pickup brings history alive with her descriptions of witch trials, battles, and ghastly murders. This book is an interesting read for anyone with a liking for the paranormal, ghosts, or Scotland in general. Review © Lisa Sibbald 2021 Amberley Publishing Publication Date 15th May 2021 https://www.amberley-books.com/paranormal-scotland.html  Ray Harryhausen Titan of Cinema
Scottish National Gallery Of Modern Art (Modern Two) Until Sun 20 Feb 2022 £14-12 (concessions available) Free for Our Friends (booking essential) Further details from SNG direct.  This new, fully illustrated, paperback book by Jan-Andrew Henderson does exactly what it promises on the cover, looking at the literary heritage of Edinburgh from The Declaration of Arbroath in 1320 right up until the present day. It includes not only authors, but also journals, editors, and publishers, and landmarks connected with these people.
The book covers well-known writers such as Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson, as well as those who were popular in their day but are barely remembered now, including Annie Swan and Susan Ferrier. As always, Jan-Andrew Henderson adds his own subtle touch of humour to the writing, making this an enjoyable read. Due to space constraints, some entries are only given a few lines, but this acts as an excellent introduction to anyone wanting to find out more about the subject and a good guide for those planning to visit the places connected with Edinburgh’s literary heritage. Amberley Publishing Publication date 15th May 2021 96 pages Review (c) Lisa Sibbald https://www.amberley-books.com/edinburgh-s-literary-heritage-and-how-it-changed-the-world.html |
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