Published in Scotland Magazine Issue 19 on 20/3/2005.

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Book Reviews

Sally Toms takes a look at this issues book revies.

The Scots Kitchen
This is much more than a collection of recipes, it is a book that celebrates the craft and tradition of Scottish cooking. First published in 1929 (don’t be fooled by the modern cover), this is old school cookery at its best. A classic. F.Marian McNeil - Mercat Press £9.99

Working with Nature
The memoirs of wildlife manager Ronnie Rose read part autobiography, part instruction, part inspiration. He writes with a huge amount of knowledge and conviction of the flora and fauna of the Scottish Uplands. Asuccession of absorbing stories about wildlife and life growing up amidst Royals on the Balmoral estate. Also includes some charming personal photographs.
Ronnie Rose - David Grayling Books £30.00

Traditional Scottish Cookery
FitzGibbon’s book was published some 50 years after The Scots Kitchen, and is more recognisable as a modern cookery book. All the ingredients are easily available, for a start! The recipes are clear and easy to follow, traditional but with a contemporary twist.
Theodoara FitzGibbon - Mercat Press £9.99

Ravens Over the Hill
This well researched book looks in detail at the area around Dun Coillich, Perthshire, from the earliest times to the present day. Contains geological and archaeological information, but particularly enjoyable are the stories and photographs of some of the locals inhabitants.
Robin Hull - Perth & Kinross Libraries £9.95

Britains best museums and galleries
Ahuge great volume, illustrated throughout, including history, hi.....

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By Sally Toms

Section : Scotland Reviews

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