Border Memories

Border Memories: Or Sketches Of Prominent Men And Women Of The Border is a book written by Walter Riddell Carre and published in 1876. The book is a collection of stories and sketches about notable individuals who lived in the Scottish Borders region during the 18th and 19th centuries. Carre provides a detailed account of the lives of these individuals, including their achievements, struggles, and contributions to society. He also includes historical context and background information to give readers a better understanding of the time period in which these people lived.The book covers a wide range of individuals, including politicians, writers, artists, and philanthropists. Some of the notable figures featured in the book include Sir Walter Scott, James Hogg, and John Leyden.Overall, Border Memories: Or Sketches Of Prominent Men And Women Of The Border is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Scottish history and the lives of influential individuals. Carre's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an enjoyable and educational experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.