Description

"Speed, bonnie boat, like a bird on the wing,
'Onward!' the sailors cry;
Carry the lad who's born to be king
Over the sea to Skye."

Sung throughout the world, the Skye Boat Song evocatively brings alive the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie's famous journey from the Outer Hebrides to Skye, off Scotland's west coast, after his defeat at the Battle of Culloden.

This stunning picture book, inspired by the lyrics of the traditional Scottish folksong, illustrates the true story of one of Scotland's most famous heroes and introduces children to this dramatic period of Scottish history.

The beautiful landscapes and seascapes of Scotland's west coast are captured by Alfredo Belli's stunning illustrations.

Speed Bonnie Boat: A Tale from Scottish History Inspired by the Skye Boat Song

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Paperback / softback by Alfredo Belli

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"Speed, bonnie boat, like a bird on the wing,'Onward!' the sailors cry;Carry the lad who's born to be kingOver the... Read more

    Publisher: Floris Books
    Publication Date: 16/03/2017
    ISBN13: 9781782503675, 978-1782503675
    ISBN10: 1782503676

    Number of Pages: 28

    Children & Teen , Baby, Toddler & Pre-School

    Description

    "Speed, bonnie boat, like a bird on the wing,
    'Onward!' the sailors cry;
    Carry the lad who's born to be king
    Over the sea to Skye."

    Sung throughout the world, the Skye Boat Song evocatively brings alive the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie's famous journey from the Outer Hebrides to Skye, off Scotland's west coast, after his defeat at the Battle of Culloden.

    This stunning picture book, inspired by the lyrics of the traditional Scottish folksong, illustrates the true story of one of Scotland's most famous heroes and introduces children to this dramatic period of Scottish history.

    The beautiful landscapes and seascapes of Scotland's west coast are captured by Alfredo Belli's stunning illustrations.

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