Description

Describing and analysing the military encounters that have taken place in East Lothian, Arran Johnston shows how the main strands of Scottish history come together in the nation’s Battle County: East Lothian’s experience of battle reflects the story of the nation. Alongside the great battle for which the county is famous (Dunbar I & II, Pinkie and Prestonpans), Johnston also discusses the less well-known episodes including sieges and skirmishes, which help complete the picture. Throughout he draws on contemporary accounts to convey the atmosphere of battle and the evolution of weaponry, and reports on his visits to the sites of these conflicts today.

5 Stars: “I would recommend it without hesitation to anyone interested in East Lothian and Scottish battlefields and general Scottish history”

5 Stars: “It is surprising how many excellent books are written about East Lothian and this is one of the very best.”

5 Starts: “A great book. Well documented and an easy read.”