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Highlights
- Scotland's history gets a rewrite by archaeologist and historian Neil Oliver.
- About the Author: Neil Oliver is a Scottish archaeologist, historian, broadcaster and writer who has become widely known as the presenter of BBC's flagship series A History of Scotland.
- 460 Pages
- History, Europe
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About the Book
"A look behind the mist and myth of Scottish history"--Cover.Book Synopsis
Scotland's history gets a rewrite by archaeologist and historian Neil Oliver. How accurate are the accounts of Mary Queen of Scots's tragic demise or Bonnie Prince Charlie's forlorn cause? Oliver reveals a Scotland that forged its own identity with success, despite its union with England in 1707.Review Quotes
Oliver has a great passion for his subject...an entertaining, well balanced and informative read.--SOUTH WALES ARGUS
A vivid and compelling picture of a country we may think we know, but one that can still surprise.--Good Book Guide
It's an affectionate portrait by an author who, for all its flaws and magnificence, clearly loves his country--Irish News
A vivid and compellnig picture of a country we may thnk we know, but one that can still surprise.--GOOD BOOK GUIDE
About the Author
Neil Oliver is a Scottish archaeologist, historian, broadcaster and writer who has become widely known as the presenter of BBC's flagship series A History of Scotland.
Before that, his distinctive style was much in evidence as the charismatic presenter of the award-winning multi-part documentary series Coast and the author of its tie-in book.
His archaeological training at Glasgow University was put to good use in BBC2's series Two Men in a Trench where he visited historic British battlefields and attempted to recreate the events of each battle. He co-wrote the two accompanying books. He has also presented the BBC series A History of Ancient Britain, Vikings, The Last Explorers and Sacred Wonders of Britain, as well as Coast Australia. He lives in Stirling with his wife and three children.
Find out more at www.neiloliver.com or follow him on Twitter @NEIL_OLIVER_