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THE YEAR OF WALLACE
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Glasgow-born historian David R. Ross plans to walk 450 miles from Robroyston to London in August to commemorate the 700 th anniversary of the execution of one of the most enigmatic figures in Scottish history, William Wallace. David has an unsurpassable enthusiasm for Scottish history and has written many books for Luath, including Desire Lines and A Passion for Scotland. More information on his unique 'Walk for Wallace' can be found at www.walkforwallace.com. |
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Blind Harry's Wallace is the first 20th century edition of the original Braveheart story, edited and introduced by Elspeth King, Director of the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum. The book is illustrated with original, vigorously-executed linocuts by Scottish artist Owain Kirby. The epic verse of Blind Harry is the main source on the life of Wallace, written around 1477. Blind Harry gathered stories and traditions of Wallace from all over Scotland and sang or recited his verse. |
| From the early Braveheart cult, to the most modern, Lin Anderson's new book, Braveheart: From Hollywood to Holyrood, due out in 2005, marks the 10th anniversary of the blockbuster film Braveheart, and looks at how it became one of the most politically influential films ever and made Wallace a global figure. | |
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