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Mystery and adventure in south west Scotland at the time of Robert Burns. Although fiction the historical background of this book has been carefully researched and there are comprehensive historical notes as well as many photographs. In fact this book is a fun way to learn history.
Ages 12 to adult
First published in 1867, the History of the Burgh of Dumfries by the newspaper editor William McDowall still remains the most detailed and comprehensive account available.
It has been out of print for some years but now the Rooskie Press is making it available by means of this facsimile.
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