
Midges
Alasdair Roberts(Author)
Birlinn Ltd (Publisher)
Published on 9. July 1998
Book
Paperback/Softback
126 pages
978-1-874744-63-4 (ISBN)
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Description
An anthology of anecdotes and information concerning the Highland Midge, miniscule marauder and scourge of Scotland. Ranging from the 18th century, stories involve Bonny Prince Charlie, Queen Victoria, kilts and camping. The book also includes a section on remedies and repellants.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Birlinn General
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Illustrations
illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 150 mm
Width: 210 mm
Weight
114 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-874744-63-4 (9781874744634)
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Alasdair Roberts has worked extensively in Gaelic education, history and research. He studied history at Edinburgh University and was a lecturer in teacher training at the Northern College in Aberdeen. Now retired, he lives beside Loch Morar.