Nithsdale
Books
Dumfries
and Galloway (Pevsner Buildings... of Scotland) The turbulent
history of this border region, with its varied landscape of
coastal plain, moorland and forest, is reflected in strong-walled
castles at lonely Auchencass, Caerlaverock and Sanquhar, and
in its many tower houses. Equally majestic are the medieval
abbeys of Dundrennan, Glenluce and Sweetheart, and the great
Baroque ducal palace at Drumlanrig. Lighthouses, farm steadings
and small burghs, with their churches and tolbooths, are among
the more modest and peaceful charms of this unspoilt south-west
corner of Scotland.
Where
the Whaups Are Crying: A Dumfries... nd Galloway Anthology.
Dumfries
and Galloway (Exploring... Scotland's Heritage) This text
explores the heritage of Dumfries and Galloway, an area where
a hospitable coastline has welcomed missionary and smuggler
alike. It looks at points of historical interest such as the
two often conflicting powers, secular and church, which dominated
the Middle Ages; castles such as Caerlavreock and Threave that
are matched by abbeys like Sweetheart and Dundrennan; Robert
Burn's farm at Ellisland; and the stone circle of Torhousekie.
This book is part of a series, telling the story of a part of
Scotland, tracing human impressions on the landscape from World
War II relics back to the early pioneer days of the settlement.
Dumfries
and Galloway (Ordnance Survey... Pathfinder Guide. A Pathfinder
guide to 28 tried and tested walks in the Dumfries and Galloway
area which includes strolls across the Solway Firth, sections
of the Southern Upland Way, Gretna Green, Sweetheart Abbey and
the ascent of Merrick.
Dumfries
and Galloway: an Illustrated...
Architectural Guide.
Dumfries
and Galloway: A Literary Map. This map is intended as a
handy reference guide for those travelling through Dumfries
and Galloway, who may wish to visit monuments or attractions
with literary associations or to gain a greater understanding
of the region through its literature. This map is intended as
a handy reference guide for those travelling through Dumfries
and Galloway, who may wish to visit monuments or attractions
with literary associations or to gain a greater understanding
of the region through its literature; it may also be used for
Scottish Studies and by literature students and schools to give
an overview of the historical development of literature in the
region. Over one hundred authors are featured, and sites of
interest are indicated.
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