Perth The Postcard Collection

Perth, Scotland, is known for its beautiful scenery, bustling harbor, and historical sights, including Scone Palace, the home of the Stone of Destiny. It is now a major tourist center and a thriving arts and cultural scene. Author Jack Gillon offers an evocative journey into Perth's past through old postcards in his book.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 January 2021
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Perth, the "Fair City of Perth," is aptly named, as it is situated on the banks of the Tay, Scotland's longest river. The city and its surrounding area boast some of the most breathtaking scenery in the country. Perth's strategic location on the River Tay made it a bustling trading port, exporting salmon and wool and importing claret from Bordeaux. Its bustling harbor, the only inland harbor in Britain, remains in use today. Perth was once the capital of Scotland and is home to many interesting historical sights. The jewel in the crown is undoubtedly Scone Palace, located on the outskirts of town. Scone was the home of the Stone of Destiny for nearly 500 years and the site where every Scottish king was crowned. Today, Perth is a major tourist center and an important staging post on the route north to the Highlands of Scotland. The city boasts many shops, bars, and restaurants, as well as a thriving arts and cultural scene. In this book, author Jack Gillon takes the reader on an evocative journey into Perth's past through a superb selection of old postcards. This fascinating window into the city's history will appeal to residents and visitors alike.

Weight: 300g
Dimension: 165 x 234 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398102255