Highland Living Landscape, Style, and Traditions of Scotland

by Cawdor, Lady; Bern, Stephane; Ferrand, Franck; De Laubier, Guillaume

• ISBN13: 9782080301338
• ISBN10: 2080301330
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2010-02-16
• Publisher: Flammarion

Summary

The Scottish landscape has inspired writersmost notably Shakespeare with his Macbethand travelers for centuries. Scotland is a patchwork of stunning green valleys and windswept moors, scattered with the ruins of ancient strongholds, and at its heart lies the legendary Cawdor Castle, which exemplifies the essence of the Highlands. These stunning photographs from the Cawdor estate capture not only Scotlands national treasures, but the quintessence of the Scottish soul. Cawdor Castle epitomizes the distinguished Scottish lifestyle. Its cozy interiors, full of handcrafted furniture, tartan accessories, hunting trophies, and painted landscapes, will inspire the reader. Scotlands cultural traditions are celebrated with colorful displays of kilts and bagpipes; lush hunting tracks and bountiful fly fishing spots; the shady realm of Cawdors gardens; and sumptuous culinary delicacies. Highland Living includes an address book of Scotlands best sites of interest for travelers, as well as traditional recipes for those seeking a taste of the Scottish lifestyle at home.

Author Biography

Lady Cawdor, an interior decorator, is a former Vogue fashion editor and stylist. Stéphane Bern is known for his portraits of royal families and figures. He is a popular French radio personality. Franck Ferrand has published Bordeaux Châteaux, Jacques Garcia, and a number of historical biographies. Guillaume de Laubier is a lifestyle photographer. His work has been featured in Elle Décoration, Vogue, and A French Country Home.