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Non-fiction essays for readers interested in Scotland, whether it's the history, the places to visit, or some of the people who made it famous. This collection consists of nineteen non-fiction articles about Scottish heritage, places, and people of interest. It includes articles about Robert Burns and his life and poetry, James Watt and the steam engine, the Jacobite West Highland Steam Train, Dunfermline Abbey and the tomb of King Robert the Bruce, The Final Battle of the Vikings in Largs, Inchmaholme Priory on Scotland's only lake, and the historic Dumbarton Castle, amongst others. It is ideal reading for those interested in Scotland's history and heritage, or looking for places to visit from the Borders to the Highlands of Scotland. Spend a day in Inveraray Jail or take a steam train journey from Aviemore, or walk in the footsteps of Burns' famous character, Tam O' Shanter in Ayrshire. Learn about Britain's oldest surviving Music Hall, the Britannia Panopticon in Glasgow, sail on the Steamship Sir Walter Scott on Loch Katrine, or wander amongst the romantic ruins of Dryburgh Abbey. This is an ideal little book to accompany the traveller to Scotland, or to inform those wishing to know more about Scotland's history and heritage.

Time Travel to Ancient Egypt!Ten-year-old friends, Matthew and Nikki, attend a workshop on Ancient Egypt at the local museum during the school holidays. But when they try on hidden Egyptian gold jewellery, they''re transported back to Ancient Egypt.Their adventures begin when they meet Nephta, a relative of the new Pharaoh. Someone in her household is planning to steal the jewels from the previous Pharaoh''s burial tomb and Matthew and Nikki end up in danger.Will Matthew and Nikki escape from the pyramid in time and save the class bully from becoming a mummy?

A Scottish islandA 13 year-old''s life changedA boy who protects eaglesMystery, adventure and fantasyWhen 13 year old Stephanie (Stevie) is orphaned and slightly lamed in a terrible accident, her life completely changes and her dreams of ever running for Scotland are over. Her Gran is soon no longer able to cope with Stevie''s moods, and sends her to an aunt on a Scottish island. Although she gradually makes new friends and finds an interest in the bird sanctuary, Stevie is soon in danger from two bird poachers intent on harming the eagles. But who is the strange boy in the hills, who protects the eagles and helps Stevie to heal? And does he have anything to do with the painted rocks and legends on the island?

The legacy of her beloved grandmother's cottage in the Scottish village of Kilcraig seems like the ideal solution after Christy Morrison’s recent trauma. Until the threats begin. Can she trust her heart and allow herself to fall in love again?When Ross McKinley reluctantly welcomes Christy back to the village, he has hardened his heart against love, until they begin to renew their childhood friendship. But someone is determined Christy should go back to London. Will they find the culprit in time?Heart-warming romantic intrigue.