The Highland games are one of the major historical traditions in Scotland. Spectacular events celebrating the history of Scotland in unique style and a major tourist attraction as well. In this audiobook, you will be introduced to the history and the main events of the Scottish Highland Games. All the favourites are included such as tossing the caber, hammer throw, athletics, and the whole spectacle.
Learn about the Scottish Highland Games and what makes the events so unique. The history, the origins, the development. Whether you are just curious or perhaps planning a trip to Scotland and want to know a little more about something which helps make Scotland such a great country to spend time on, then Scottish Highland Games: A Brief History and the Main Events will show you what the games are all about and the whole spectacle in to what is a thrilling day at the games.
Here is a preview of what you will find inside:
Early history of the Scottish Highland Games
The Clan system
Tossing the caber
Scottish hammer throw
Stone Putt
Athletic events
Traditional dancing
And more besides...
