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Bizarre Scotland

(Author) David Long
Format: Hardcover
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From the world's oldest indoor loo to a theatre where spectators fill their pockets with poo, the definitive guide to the stranger side of Scotland shows there's a lot more to the place than tartan, haggis and tossing the caber. Inside you'll find: The world's longest man-made echo A city where aliens are welcome What the Royals really think of it Britain's weirdest wig The worst Scottish accents ever Our tallest hedge and oldest tree Loch monsters nastier than Nessie A road you can roll up Scots in Space Whether it's Ruthven or Ruthven? Britain's loneliest bus stop (and its loveliest) A school for spies The cost of burning witches An aeroplane made from seaweed . . . and why the Queen needs rubber gloves Praise for Bizarre London: 'In a market niche that's now as crowded as the 18:22 to Reading, Bizarre London pummels its bantamweight rivals with knockout clouts of trivia that even this weary correspondent hadn't encountered before.' The Londonist

Information
Publisher:
Little, Brown Book Group
Format:
Hardcover
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781472117465
Publish year:
2014
Publish date:
Oct. 16, 2014

David Long

David Long is a British author known for his captivating storytelling and rich historical narratives. He has written numerous award-winning non-fiction books for children, including "Survivors: Extraordinary Tales from the Wild and Beyond" and "Jet the Rescue Dog". Long's writing style is characterized by meticulous research and engaging prose that brings history to life for young readers. His works often focus on real-life stories of survival, resilience, and heroism, highlighting the remarkable accomplishments of ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. Long's contributions to children's literature have been widely praised for their educational value and inspirational themes. His most famous work, "Survivors", has been lauded for its gripping accounts of survival against all odds, making it a standout in the genre of historical non-fiction for young readers.

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