War Paths: Walking in the Shadows of the Clans [Hardcover]

Acclaimed historian Alistair Moffat sets off in the footsteps of the Highland clans. In twelve journeys he explores places of conflict, recreating as he walks the tumult of battle. This is a unique exploration of many of the places and events which define a countrys history.Acclaimed historian Alistair Moffat sets off in the footsteps of the Highland clans and their definitive conflicts. In twelve journeys he explores places of conflict, recreating as he walks the tumult of battle. As he recounts the military prowess of the clans he also tells of their lives, their language and culture before it was all swept away.From the colonisers who attempted to civilise the islanders of Lewis in the sixteenth century through the great battles of the eighteenth century  Killiekrankie, Dunkeld, Sheriffmuir, Falkirk and Culloden  this is a unique exploration of many of the places and events which define the countrys history. The disaster at Culloden in 1746 represented not just the defeat of the Jacobite dream but also the unleashing of merciless retribution from the British government which dealt the Highland clans a blow from which they would never recover.Locations included are:Prestonpans Glenfinnan The Isle of Lewis Edinburgh Inverlochy Tippermuir Mulroy Killiecrankie Dunkeld Sherriffmuir Falkirk Culloden Moor Arisaig & MorarAcclaimed historian Alistair Moffat sets off in the footsteps of the Highland clans. In twelve journeys he explores places of conflict, recreating as he walks the tumult of battle. This is a unique exploration of many of the places and events which define a countrys history. Taking the reader through key historical moments of battles that would alter the country forever, he also offers fascinating insight into the language, culture and lives of the clans. This is a splendid book, evocative, and enlightening, Study it and take it with you if you set out to explore these scenes of long-ago battles; or, with its help, contentlãÓ