The Coronation Stone
Author | : William Forbes Skene |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 74 |
Release | : 1869 |
Genre | : Coronations |
ISBN | : |
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Author | : William Forbes Skene |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 74 |
Release | : 1869 |
Genre | : Coronations |
ISBN | : |
Author | : David John Breeze |
Publisher | : Society Antiquaries Scotland |
Total Pages | : 324 |
Release | : 2003 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : |
The Stone of Destiny, Stone of Scone or Coronation Stone, is a relatively unattractive and unappealing slab of stone but it is also a unique symbol in Scottish history, linked to royal inaugurations. At a conference organised by the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland in 1997 participants focused on the stone as both object and symbol', discussing its origins, authenticity, its role as a national icon, its removal and loss, and its final return to Scotland in 1996. A range of different approaches were taken assessing the geology of the stone, its ceremonial functions, its links with Scone and Scone Abbey and its turbulent history. Contributors include:
Author | : Ian Hamilton |
Publisher | : Casemate Publishers |
Total Pages | : 234 |
Release | : 2008-06-17 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0857900668 |
A Scottish national hero tells the story of a daring exploit that rocked Great Britain—and the love of country that inspired it. Ian Robertson Hamilton was an unknown law student at Glasgow University—until Christmas Eve 1950. On that night, assisted by Alan Stuart, Gavin Vernon, and Kay Matheson, he took the Stone of Destiny from beneath the Coronation Chair in Westminster Abbey. The stone, once used in the coronation of Scottish monarchs, had been taken nearly seven centuries earlier by Edward I, and its recovery was a major symbolic victory, making Hamilton a Scottish national hero. In England, however, the act had the opposite effect, and a manhunt for the “vulgar vandals” was launched to satisfy the outrage of the English establishment and bring the perpetrators to justice. In the end, the Stone was given up, but the gang was not charged. This solitary act set Hamilton on a path for the rest of his life—from which he has not diverged. Decades after that fateful night, the story still holds people spellbound when Hamilton recounts it. In this book, Ian Hamilton sets down the chain of events that led to his decision to go to London and remove the Stone and provides a minute-by-minute account of the act and the aftermath. The basis of a major Hollywood film starring Robert Carlyle and Billy Boyd, The Stone of Destiny is not simply a retelling of a stunt that made nationwide news. It is a book about how a nation’s conscience was stirred by a symbolic act that changed the lives of many.
Author | : William F Skene |
Publisher | : Legare Street Press |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2023-07-18 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781019999073 |
The Coronation Stone is a fascinating account of Scotland's most important royal relic, the Stone of Destiny. William F. Skene traces the stone's origins from its mythical beginnings to the present day, telling the story of how it has been used in the coronation of Scotland's kings and queens for centuries. This book is an absorbing exploration of Scotland's history and culture, and its enduring fascination with this ancient symbol of power and legitimacy. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Author | : William McMillan |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 10 |
Release | : 1924 |
Genre | : Coronations |
ISBN | : |
Author | : William Forbes Skene |
Publisher | : Legare Street Press |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2023-07-18 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781022771628 |
William Forbes Skene's definitive study of the Coronation Stone is a comprehensive analysis of one of the most important artifacts in British history. With meticulous research and careful analysis, Skene offers a definitive account of the stone's origins, history, and significance. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in British history, archaeology, or anthropology. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Author | : William F Skene |
Publisher | : Palala Press |
Total Pages | : 64 |
Release | : 2016-05-19 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781357519872 |
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Author | : George Watson |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 31 |
Release | : 1910 |
Genre | : Coronations |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Nick Aitchison |
Publisher | : Tempus Pub Limited |
Total Pages | : 162 |
Release | : 2003 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780752428482 |
Scotland's Stone of Destiny is the most famous symbol of both Scottish nationhood and the British monarchy. This is the first full-length, fully researched and illustrated study of its history, mythology, and cultural significance. The author traces the origin, evolution, and function of myths surrounding the Stone, and the ancient prophecy that gives the Stone its name. The Stone's much-disputed authenticity is assessed, and its rich symbolism discussed.
Author | : George WATSON (Curator of Jedburgh Museum.) |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 31 |
Release | : 1910 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : |