Between Britain : Walking the History of England and Scotland

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Author: Moffat, Alistair EnglandPublished on 13 February 2025 by Canongate Books in the United Kingdom.Paperback | 320 pages196 x 129 x 22 | 228g A WATERSTONES BEST HISTORY BOOK OF 2024The border between England and Scotland is rich in history. It has been the site of battles, treaties, castles and crossroads. But it can also be a lens through which to look at the changing history and identities of these two countries. Between Britain is a one-hundred-mile journey through eight centuries. It is a history book, a travelogue, a personal reminiscence and a gently prodding examination of national identity. But above all it is a celebration of a place and the people who live there. Show more