The World History of Highland Games
by David Webster with photographs by Lynn Boland Richardson
For centuries upon centuries, Highland games have been a defining feature of Scotland's identity, evolving from celebrations of the Celtic nature goddess to gatherings enjoyed by competitors and spectators worldwide.These traditional games attracted mass appeal and participation long before the advent of the modern Olympics and have influenced sport across the world. In Scotland today the games are hugely popular with tourists and locals alike. Highland games now take place in numerous countries outwith Scotland, including the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Germany.
This book examines Highland games from their roots to the present day. In doing so the colour and vivacity of the games are beautifully captured, as is the identity of a people.
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