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wurdsmiff If you like historical detail and accurate descriptions of the buildings and lifestyles of the past, try some of the works of Nigel Tranter. A fantastic novelist and scottish patriot (but not a nationalist), he sadly died, aged 90, two days ago of influenza.
You will have some 130 novels to choose from, or several fascinating factual texts, including the five volumes of 'The Fortified House in Scotland'. A great man, and modest with it, his contribution to the communication of Scottish history to others cannot be understated. Always active in some campaign or other, many owe him a tremendous debt for his part in the renovations of their castles, as do all who see them extant rather than ruined. He also actively campaigned for the building of what is now the Forth Road Bridge and a Scottish Parliament. His part in these achievements is often forgotten, and he will be sorely missed by those who read his work, as by those who didn't know of him, but felt his influence.
canadab Thanks for the information. I will look him up on Amazon.com.
Brian Canada
aka Amberein du la Anair
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Levan I was sorry to hear in the news that Nigel Tranter had died a couple of weeks ago. Despite his grand age, Nigel was often to be found presenting talks about history and his research - he'll be missed amongst the castle-loving community.
Many have debated the historical accuracy of some of his work - however, Nigel Tranter has done wonders in inspiring public interest in history (me included). Nigel's books bring history to life - they make it possible for us to "paint ourselves into the scene."
I doubt that UK television programs such as "Time Team" would be any where near as popular had it not been for the work of authors such as Nigel.
Levan
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wurdsmiff The only consolation(if such it is) is that he left seven complete novels, the publication of which are now the centre of discussion between his heirs and his publishers. I wonder how many more he could have scribed had he survived.

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