Perth The Postcard Collection (Paperback)

Jack Gillon

ISBN 10: 1398102253 / ISBN 13: 9781398102255

Published by Amberley Publishing, Chalford, 2021

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Paperback. The Fair City of Perth is aptly named. Situated on the banks of the Tay, Scotlands longest river, Perth and its surrounding area boast some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. The citys position on the River Tay ensured that it became a busy trading port, exporting salmon and wool and importing claret from Bordeaux. Its bustling harbour remains in use, the only inland harbour in Britain. Perth was once the capital of Scotland and there are many interesting historical sights to visit. The jewel in the crown is undoubtedly Scone Palace on the outskirts of town. Scone was the home of the Stone of Destiny for nearly 500 years, and the site where every Scottish king was crowned. Today, Perth is a major tourist centre and important staging post on the route north to the Highlands of Scotland. As such, it boasts many shops, bars and restaurants, as well as a thriving arts and cultural scene.In this book, author Jack Gillon takes the reader on an evocative journey into Perths past through a superb selection of old postcards. This fascinating window into the citys history will appeal to residents and visitors alike. Here the author showcases a fascinating and evocative collection of postcards depicting the Scottish city of Perth. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Perth The Postcard Collection (Paperback)
• Publisher: Amberley Publishing, Chalford
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1398102253
• ISBN 13: 9781398102255
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

The 'Fair City of Perth' is aptly named. Situated on the banks of the Tay, Scotland’s longest river, Perth and its surrounding area boast some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. The city’s position on the River Tay ensured that it became a busy trading port, exporting salmon and wool and importing claret from Bordeaux. Its bustling harbour remains in use, the only inland harbour in Britain. Perth was once the capital of Scotland and there are many interesting historical sights to visit. The jewel in the crown is undoubtedly Scone Palace on the outskirts of town. Scone was the home of the Stone of Destiny for nearly 500 years, and the site where every Scottish king was crowned. Today, Perth is a major tourist centre and important staging post on the route north to the Highlands of Scotland. As such, it boasts many shops, bars and restaurants as well as a thriving arts and cultural scene.In this book, author Jack Gillon takes the reader on an evocative journey into Perth’s past through a superb selection of old postcards. This fascinating window into the city's history will appeal to residents and visitors alike.

About the Author

Jack Gillon is a long term resident of Edinburgh and has worked as a Town Planner involved in the conservation of the city’s heritage of historic buildings for around thirty years and has an extensive knowledge of the city's history and architecture. He writes extensively on the historical heritage of Scotland and has had several books published by Amberley.