The Quest series from Luath Press continues with the quest for all things Celtic, an investigation into aspects of Celtic history that have previously been neglected or lost. History is a Quest, or journey, through time. Today, as never before, there is tremendous growing interest in the history of western traditions. Since devolution and the beginning of the new Scottish Parliament, interest in Scotland is growing tremendously.
In this ground-breaking book, medieval historian and Celtic scholar Dr Karen Ralls and local Scottish historian Ian Robertson describe the people, places and traditions associated with Scotland's past, exploring the history of the origin-myth of the Scots, the Declaration of Arbroath, the Stone of Destiny, Iona, the Picts, the Druids, stone circles and megalithic sites, the Celtic saints, the Culdees, the Celtic church, Scottish Arthurian traditions, the Holy Grail, the Guild traditions of medieval Edinburgh, Robert the Bruce, the battle of Bannockburn, Royal Order of Scotland, William Wallace, Rosslyn Chapel, and much more.
In addition to examining historical sources from library, government, and museum archives, or academic and rare antiquarian books, the authors also bring to light some of the lesser known aspects of Scottish history from credible sources. Appendices include maps, comprehensive Bibliography, chapter Notes, and Index.

About the Author

Karen Ralls, PhD, medieval historian and world religions scholar, obtained her doctorate from the University of Edinburgh. She was Postdoctoral Lecturer and Fellow (University of Edinburgh, Celtic Dept.) and also Deputy Curator of the Rosslyn Chapel museum exhibition (1995-2001) prior to continuing with her specialist work in Oxford, England. A member of the American Academy of Religion and originally from the USA, Dr Ralls lectures internationally, speaks at conferences, leads workshops and tours, serves as museum and art consultant, and has appeared on a number of History Channel, Discovery, and National Geographic TV documentaries. Her award-winning Ancient Quest website is www ancientquest com.

Ian Robertson is a local Scottish researcher with a long-term special interest in local Edinburgh and Midlothian history; he lives in the Edinburgh area and works as a trainer and youth worker.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

In 2002, World of Books Group was founded on an ethos to do good, protect the planet and support charities by enabling more goods to be reused. Since then, we've grown into to a global company pioneering the circular economy. Today, we drive the circular economy through three re-commerce brands: - Wob: Through Wob, we sell. We provide affordable, preloved books and media to customers all over the world. A book leaves our collection of over seven million titles and begins a new chapter every two seconds, enabling more goods to be reused. - Ziffit: Through Ziffit, we buy. We give people around the world the opportunity to contribute to the circular economy, earn money and protect the planet, by trading their unwanted books and media. - Shopiago: Through Shopiago, we help others. By sharing the technology that has grown World of Books Group into the business it is today, we?re helping charities increase revenue and reduce waste through re-commerce.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

World of Books Ltd
Mulberry House, Woods Way Trading Estate, Goring-By-Sea, BN12 4QY, United Kingdom

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

WorldofBooks.com fully embraces the AbeBooks terms and conditions and we will do
what we can to resolve any issues.

Shipping Terms

Orders ship within 2 business days. Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.

Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Order quantity	7 to 12 business days	5 to 9 business days
First item	US$ 7.54	US$ 12.11

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.