INFORMATION
Author(s): Bryan Millar Walker
Print length: 224 pages
Dimensions: 23.4 x 24.8 cm
Format: Hardcover
Price: 1.099.000 VND
Weight: 900 g
Publisher: Hachette
Publication year: 2024
INTRODUCTION
"Unseen Scotland: The Hidden Places, History and Folklore of the Wild Isle" by Bryan Millar Walker invites readers on a journey beyond Scotland’s well-trodden paths, into its remote landscapes, ruins, and lesser-known tales. Through over 100 atmospheric and evocative photographs, Walker reveals parts of the country that many travel guides overlook: moss-covered castles, secluded beaches, dramatic coastal cliffs, and paths winding through rugged glens.
Divided into four geographical sections—West Coast, Hebrides, Highlands, and East Coast—the book maps out hidden gems. In each section, it weaves together natural beauty with folklore and history: stories of giants and fairies, ancient ruins, local legends, and the changing light that casts a new perspective on familiar terrains.
Walker’s writing and imagery do more than show what Scotland looks like—they evoke what it feels like. He captures mood, silence, and mystery as much as physical details. This is a book for armchair travelers, photographers, history buffs, and anyone intrigued by the interplay between land, myth, and memory. Whether planning a trip or seeking escapist inspiration, "Unseen Scotland" offers a richly textured portrait of Scotland’s hidden heart.
