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The Companion to Gaelic Scotland

by Derick S. Thomson (Editor)

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The articles in this reference to Gaelic Scotland have been commissioned from over 60 experts. The entries range from the early 6th century to the present day. This edition has been revised and updated, taking account of recent developments in the media, politics, the arts and literature.

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Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, History
DDC/MDS: 941.1 — History & geography History of Europe British Isles Scotland
LCC: DA772 .C62 — History of Europe, Asia, Africa and Oceania Great Britain History of Great Britain Scotland History Political and military history. Antiquities, etc.

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Published: 1983
Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, History
DDC/MDS: 941.1
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