Gairloch in North-West Ross-Shire
by OpenStories
Original author: John H. Dixon
"Gairloch in North-West Ross-Shire" by John H. Dixon is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the rich history and natural beauty of Gairloch, a Highland parish in Scotland, while also functioning as a guide for tourists. It delves into local records, traditions, natural history, and community life, highlighting the deep connection between the land and its inhabitants. The opening of the book presents a preface by the author, where he expresses his affection for Gairloch and his desire to contribute a valuable resource for both locals and tourists. Dixon acknowledges the considerable help he received from various community members and experts, documenting the collaborative effort that led to the book's creation. He emphasizes the importance of the area's natural history and cultural heritage, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of the region's records and traditions in subsequent chapters.
Gairloch in North-West Ross-Shire, by John H. Dixon. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #41227.
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92 Chapters
- 1.Preface1,977 words
- 2.Chapter XII: Expulsion of the M'leods From Gairloch511 words
- 3.Chapter XVIII: The Historic Ironworks of Loch Maree1,402 words
- 4.Chapter XXV: James Mackenzie's Gairloch Stories1,181 words
- 5.Chapter XX: Deer Forests and Grouse Shooting7,785 words
- 6.Introduction1,938 words
- 7.Part I: Records and Traditions of Gairloch130 words
- 8.Chapter I: Early History2,064 words
- 9.Chapter II: The Tragedy of Isle Maree1,816 words
- 10.Chapter III: The Mackenzies of Kintail2,090 words
- 11.Chapter IV: Ewan Mac Gabhar, the Son of the Goat2,168 words
- 12.Chapter V: The Macraes of Kintail and Gairloch827 words
- 13.Chapter VI: The Macbeaths1,293 words
- 14.Chapter VII: The M'leods of Gairloch1,504 words
- 15.Chapter VIII: The Macdonalds in Gairloch1,130 words
- 16.Chapter IX3,744 words
- 17.Chapter X: John Glassich Mackenzie and His Sons917 words
- 18.Chapter XI: John Roy Mackenzie2,435 words
- 19.Chapter XII: Expulsion of the M'leods From Gairloch3,321 words
- 20.Chapter XIII2,214 words
- 21.Chapter XIV3,307 words
- 22.Chapter XV1,728 words
- 23.Chapter XVI: Ecclesiastical History of Gairloch4,258 words
- 24.Chapter XVII: Ancient Gairloch Ironworks1,723 words
- 25.Chapter XVIII: The Historic Ironworks of Loch Maree5,400 words
- 26.Chapter XIX: The Iron Ores Used in Gairloch1,817 words
- 27.Chapter XX3,318 words
- 28.Chapter XXI: Antiquities4,113 words
- 29.Part II: Inhabitants of Gairloch120 words
- 30.Chapter I: Ancestry and Names1,153 words
- 31.Chapter II: Warfare and Weapons884 words
- 32.Chapter III: Polity and Customs1,830 words
- 33.Chapter IV: Religion and Religious Observances1,923 words
- 34.Chapter V: Character and Characteristics1,520 words
- 35.Chapter VI: Language and Dress3,504 words
- 36.Chapter VII: Ways and Means1,746 words
- 37.Chapter VIII: Agriculture and Stock3,439 words
- 38.Chapter IX: Fisheries1,949 words
- 39.Chapter X: Posts and Road-Making1,673 words
- 40.Chapter XI: Superstitions of Isle Maree1,689 words
- 41.Chapter XII2,512 words
- 42.Chapter XIII: Superstitions Generally2,638 words
- 43.Chapter XIV: Witchcraft and Magic3,145 words
- 44.Chapter XV: Visions and Second-Sight2,245 words
- 45.Chapter XVI: Bards and Pipers1,732 words
- 46.Chapter XVII1,613 words
- 47.Chapter XVIII: William Mackenzie and Malcolm Maclean1,214 words
- 48.Chapter XIX: William Ross, the Gairloch Bard699 words
- 49.Chapter XX: Alexander Campbell, Bard to Sir Hector1,182 words
- 50.Chapter XXI1,003 words
- 51.Chapter XXII: John Mackenzie of the "beauties."1,479 words
- 52.Chapter XXIII: Living Gairloch Bards2,286 words
- 53.Chapter XXIV: The Poolewe Artist519 words
- 54.Chapter XXV: James Mackenzie's Gairloch Stories8,525 words
- 55.Part III: Natural History of Gairloch62 words
- 56.Chapter I: Physical Features1,643 words
- 57.Chapter II: Climate and Weather2,545 words
- 58.Chapter III: Anecdotes and Notes3,147 words
- 59.Chapter IV: Lower Forms of Life1,613 words
- 60.Chapter V: Mammals of Gairloch2,196 words
- 61.Chapter VI: Birds of Gairloch7,207 words
- 62.Chapter VII: Flowering Plants of Gairloch1,496 words
- 63.Chapter VIII: Shells of Gairloch2,533 words
- 64.Appendix331 words
- 65.Chapter IX9,452 words
- 66.Chapter X: Minerals of Gairloch121 words
- 67.Part IV: Guide to Gairloch and Loch Maree133 words
- 68.Chapter I: Gairloch of the Present Day2,625 words
- 69.Chapter II: Approaches and Roads1,062 words
- 70.Chapter III: Achnasheen to Kenlochewe2,030 words
- 71.Chapter IV: Kenlochewe to Talladale1,386 words
- 72.Chapter V: Talladale to the Gairloch Hotel1,966 words
- 73.Chapter VI: The Gairloch Hotel to Poolewe2,544 words
- 74.Chapter VII: Poolewe to Aultbea1,679 words
- 75.Chapter VIII: Excursions From Kenlochewe2,208 words
- 76.Chapter IX: Excursions From Talladale506 words
- 77.Chapter X: Excursions From Gairloch1,918 words
- 78.Part IV: , chap. vi. Hence the voyage of the Mabel is made (Part IV.,728 words
- 79.Chapter XI: Excursions From Poolewe2,333 words
- 80.Chapter XII: Excursions From Aultbea1,429 words
- 81.Chapter XIII: Excursion by Steamer on Loch Maree4,070 words
- 82.Chapter XIV: The Fionn Loch and Its Dubh Loch3,224 words
- 83.Chapter XV: Loch Gruinard1,980 words
- 84.Chapter XVI: Angling in Sea Lochs1,213 words
- 85.Chapter XVII: Angling in Loch Maree654 words
- 86.Part IV: , chap. xiii., I have mentioned the large trout killed in the509 words
- 87.Chapter XVIII: Angling in Fresh-Water Lochs1,655 words
- 88.Chapter XIX: Salmon Angling3,278 words
- 89.Chapter XX: Deer Forests and Grouse Shooting (1)8,185 words
- 90.Chapter XX: Deer Forests and Grouse Shooting (2)7,923 words
- 91.Chapter XX: Deer Forests and Grouse Shooting (3)7,823 words
- 92.Chapter XX: Deer Forests and Grouse Shooting (4)5,078 words