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About Scotland
Some facts about Scotland, from Global Road Warrior:
- Scotland is part of the United Kingdom (UK), "an island country off the northwestern coast of continental Europe...Scotland and Wales are mountainous regions with rugged landscapes and Scotland's territory includes Ben Nevis, the highest point in the UK at 1,343 meters (4,406 feet). A prominent geological fault line divides Scotland in two, with the highest points and more than 800 islands located in the northern part."
- "English is the official language. Irish or Scottish Gaelic are also spoken by some Scots and Irish, as well as people in the English county of Cornwall."
- "The UK has several coral reefs, including the cold-water coral reefs off the coast of Scotland. These reefs are home to a variety of species, including fish, crustaceans, and sponges. However, these reefs are also threatened by human activities such as bottom trawling and oil and gas exploration."
- Read much more about Scotland in Global Road Warriors, under the United Kingdom entry.
Books and other sources about Scotland
The Rough Guide to Scotland (Travel Guide) by Call Number: 941.1 D553rISBN: 9780241271032Publication Date: 2017-04-18This fully updated The Rough Guide to Scotland is the ultimate travel guide to this wonderful part of the world. From the fairy tale capital of Edinburgh to the remote glens of the Highlands, Scotland has something for everyone. The outdoors activities are simply unbeatable; Skye's Cuillin ridge offers staggeringly good hiking routes, while the mountain biking trails across the country are some of the best in Europe. The Rough Guide to Scotland covers the country's rich cultural heritage, from the legendary live music venues in Glasgow to the countless enlightening folk centres in the Highlands.- Scotland Rising : The Case for Independence byCall Number: eBookISBN: 9780745347288Publication Date: 2022A systematic exploration of the arguments for Scottish independence from a sympathetic angle.
Search for books and articles on more specific topics using our WorldCat library search:
- WorldCat Discovery This link opens in a new window
- Why search here? A great place to start your research, WorldCat is an all-in-one search of the library's holdings.
- What's included? Kirkwood library books, ebooks, and article database content. Select "Libraries Worldwide" on the results screen to search books held by libraries around the country and the world.
Films available to stream:
- Documentary: From Scotland with LoveA spectacular history of Scotland in the 20th Century - told solely through documentary footage and the evocative original score of Celtic singer'/songwriter King Creosote. This beautiful and moving BAFTA nominated film explores universal themes of love, loss, migration, work and play in unique combination.
- Documentary: Edinburgh and GlasgowScottish nationalism is one of the more intriguing phenomena in today's headlines. Here, look beyond the news reports to investigate Scotland's two great cities: Edinburgh and Glasgow. While giving you a tour of the cities, Professor Allitt also introduces you to some of Scotland's most famous figures, including Walter Scott, Adam Smith, and David Hume.
- Documentary: Wild Scotland - Beyond Edinburgh and GlasgowContinue your tour of Scotland with a look beyond the cities. You'll visit the Scottish Highlands, which is the least densely populated part of Europe, and explore the great history of this wild land. Your investigation takes you to the tragic and beautiful valley of Glencoe; the Spey Valley, a mecca for Scotch whiskey lovers; and the beautiful Scottish islands.
- Documentary: Scotland from Macbeth to BraveheartHow do Shakespeare and Hollywood stack up against the truth in some of the fictional accounts of Scotland's history? Learn about the historical Macbeth and William Wallace (of Braveheart fame), as well as the famous ruler Robert Bruce, who secured Scottish independence from the invading English.
More documentaries and movies available on the Library's Kanopy database:
- Kanopy Streaming Videos This link opens in a new window
- Why search here? For an extensive collection of streaming videos and films.
- What's included? Contains a wide range of films and television series, as well as documentary videos produced by PBS, BBC, Documentary Educational Resources and more.
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