In Byways of Scottish History is a collection of historical essays by Louis A. Barbé. It explores lesser-known episodes and corners of Scottish history, supplementing standard accounts with independent research. Listeners who enjoy Scottish history will find engaging details beyond the familiar main roads.
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IN BYWAYS OF
SCOTTISH HISTORY
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Mary, Queen of Scots Portrait
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IN BYWAYS
OF SCOTTISH
HISTORY
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By
LOUIS A. BARBÉ B.A.
Officier d'Académie
Author of "The Tragedy of Gowrie House" "Viscount Dundee"
"Kirkcaldy of Grange" etc.
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1912
Preface
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When the author of the following papers came to Scotland, many years ago, he knew nothing of the country that was to become his home, and was hardly less ignorant of its history. To acquire some acquaintance with both he followed the same plan: he began with the highways, as indicated, in the one case, by the advertisements of the railway and steamboat companies, and, in the other, by the works of
Tytler and Hill Burton. Before long, however, he learned that the knowledge thus obtained might be pleasantly supplemented by
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