Excerpt from Repentance Tower and Its Tradition
Tris fascination which, from childhood, Repentance Tower, in Annandale, has ever had for myself, is my reason for believing that my solution of its historical problem may interest others. I have therefore reprinted zoo copies - 150 for sale - oi a paper in the Proceedings of Me Glasgow A rclrceologzkal Society (new Series, vol. Making two or three minor verbal changes, and adding three photographic 'plates. For the first and third of these, I have to thank my friend Mr. Macgregor Chalmers.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the history of the iconic Repentance Tower in Scotland, investigating the legends tied to its construction. The author utilizes historical documents, archaeological evidence, and architectural analysis to unravel the truth behind the tower's origins and purpose and to debunk the most prevalent myth surrounding its construction. Through a thorough analysis of border skirmishes, political intrigue, and personal tragedies, the author reconstructs the life of the man believed to have built the tower, Lord Herries. The book demonstrates how his complex and controversial life, marked by both ambition and remorse, is intricately linked to the tower's history. This meticulously researched book not only sheds light on the history of Repentance Tower but also offers a window into the tumultuous era of border warfare and the complex web of loyalties and sacrifices that shaped Scottish history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331537113_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331537113
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