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349 Views of Scotland

David Squires author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Whittles Publishing

Published:14th Apr '16

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They range from theMull of Galloway to Shetland, and from sea level to the country's highestmountains. 349 Views of Scotland isa comprehensive and intriguing listing of these indicators, providinginformation about their physical description, designer, date and the varioustrusts, groups, councils, etc. that built them. Thirty-two maps show where theindicators are located and there are over 130 photographs, some of which dateback many years, providing a fascinating historical aspect to the book. Thisbook will be an inspiration and essential companion for anyone visiting theviewpoints and wishing to know more about their history. . Normal 0 false false false EN-GB X-NONE X-NONE

`...a fascinating historical work. If you want to plan a nice walking route in Scotland...this is a very nice book, also because of the extensive background information'. Moors Magazine -------------------- '...it's full of fascinating snippets of information. ...it's an intriguing book... ...and generally add to your knowledge of the Scottish countryside. It will be a useful and pleasurable addition to your shelf'. Mountain Views -------------------- '...is an admirable labour of love for David Squires, who has visited, catalogued and described every single one of these viewpoints, noting their condition and even some inaccuracies. ...it's a splendid historic document and record. But it's much more than that. It's the introduction of a whole new game...Because whilst bagging summits is a game climbers play, bagging viewpoints is for anyone... ...it'll see more regular use than I might imagine, for reference and in planning future trips. For I've a feeling this game could get addictive'. Mountain Bothies Association Newsletter -------------------- '...provides a complete list of Scottish view indicators and a useful guide of where to go for panoramas. ...reveals how a country has traditionally attracted visitors keen to know and to witness stunning scenery'. Scottish Island Explorer -------------------- 'David Squire's excellent book will bring the idea of collecting view indicators to a very much wider audience than ever before. What is especially impressive is the sheer amount of background research that has so obviously gone into producing the book. ... The result is a "must buy" book for anyone who spends any time travelling Scotland'. Undiscovered Scotland -------------------- `...a comprehensive and intriguing listing of these indicators, providing information about their physical description, designer, date and the various trusts, groups and councils that built them.' The Courier -------------------- `…It is a splendid memorial to him’. The Munro Society

ISBN: 9781849951715

Dimensions: 231mm x 158mm x 10mm

Weight: 467g

160 pages