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Scotland School for Veterans' Children: An Enduring Legacy (Campus History)
by Sarah BairBeginning as a school for Civil War orphans, the Scotland School for Veterans' Children became a unique center for education in the heart of Pennsylvania. The school aimed to develop disciplined, patriotic and productive citizens. As the nation became engulfed in the wars of the twentieth century, the Scotland School became even more vital, with a focus on educating the children and orphans of military veterans. Though it was closed by the state in 2009, memories of the school and its community of alumni remain vibrant. Author Sarah Bair charts the history of a place where thousands of children of our nation’s finest found more than just a school—they found a home.
Scotland Yard's History of Crime in 100 Objects
by Alan Moss Keith SkinnerExplore Britain’s dark criminal history through the fascinating objects that have been hidden away in the Crime Museum at Scotland Yard, a collection that, although world-famous, is so sensitive it is not open to public view. Each object tells its own story: the briefcase with a concealed syringe owned by the notorious Kray twins; the gun Ruth Ellis used to murder her lover David Blakely; a burnt-out computer from the Glasgow airport car bomb; a picture from the property of Dennis Nilsen of the grisly drain that was blocked with human body parts; and the gun that Edward Oxford fired at Queen Victoria that failed to assassinate her. Updated to feature new objects that have entered the collection since 2015, Scotland Yard’s History of Crime in 100 Objects is an absorbing, sometimes shocking and often disturbing journey through criminal history. Peer within to experience a unique insight into the crimes and criminals dealt with by Scotland Yard.
Scotland's Castles: Rescued, Rebuilt and Reoccupied
by Janet Brennan-InglisScotland’s Castles is a beautifully illustrated celebration and account of the renaissance of Scottish castles that has taken place since 1950. Over 100 ruined and derelict buildings – from tiny towers to rambling baronial mansions – have been restored as homes, hotels and holiday lets. These restorations have mainly been carried out by new owners without any connections to the land or the family history of the buildings, which they bought as ruins. Their struggles and triumphs, including interviews and first-person accounts, form the core of the book, set in the context of the enormous social, political and economic changes of the late twentieth century.
Scotland's Railways in the 1980s & 1990s: A Snapshot in Time
by Peter J. Green“A book full of nostalgia for those who thought railways after the end of steam would be an endless stream of lookalike boxes . . . a revelation.” —Rail AdventIn the 1980s and early 1990s, Scotland was an excellent destination for the railway enthusiast.The many locomotive hauled trains running through splendid scenery, together with the surviving railway infrastructure and mechanical signaling, provided many fine photographic opportunities.Peter J. Green’s first railway visit to Scotland was on board the Fair Maid railtour to Perth, behind Flying Scotsman in 1983. The following year, he again traveled to Scotland, this time on the F & W Railtours’ The Skirl o’ the Pipes 4, to Kyle of Lochalsh and Mallaig, his first visit to the Scottish Highlands.Green had previously been traveling abroad for railways, but impressed by what he saw, he decided that he would quickly return to photograph the Scottish railway scene, before it changed too much.This was the start of a series of visits, each for one or two weeks, between 1984 and June 1991, covering the whole country.This book is a photographic record of the locomotives, trains and infrastructure of the railways of Scotland and the landscapes through which the trains ran, as recorded by Green’s various cameras during the period of his visits.“Lots to enjoy, not just the Scottish locomotives themselves, but their trains and the world beyond, which in some cases has changed beyond recognition in the years since these photographs were taken. Highly recommended.” —The Railway Magazine
Scotland, CEMA and the Arts Council, 1919-1967: Background, Politics and Visual Art Policy
by Euan McArthurA case study of the relationship between arts and cultural policy and nationalism, Scotland, CEMA and the Arts Council, 1919-1967: Background, Politics and Visual Art Policy examines the overlooked significance of Scotland in the development of British arts policy and institutions. This study is broadly relevant in an era of political devolution, which continues to pose questions for the constituent nations of Britain and their sense of self- and collective identities. Euan McArthur provides a clear account of the background to and evolution of the Council for the Encouragement of Music and the Arts (CEMA) and the Arts Council of Great Britain (ACGB) in Scotland up to the formation of the Scottish Arts Council (SAC) in 1967. He also presents a study of Scottish visual art policy and activities between 1940 and 1967, assessing the successes and failures of visual art policy in Scotland, including the degree to which it evolved differently from England. This development, leading to the re-naming of the Scottish Committee of the ACGB as the SAC, prepared the way for the expansion of activities that marked the 1970s and after. Based on extensive archival research, this book brings to light previously unavailable material, not covered in existing accounts of CEMA/ACGB.
Scotlandville
by Charles Vincent Rachel L. Emanuel Mayor-President Melvin Holden Ruby Jean SimmsA rural village that was once the entry point for the slave trade and home to a cotton plantation, Scotlandville became the largest majority African American town in Louisiana. Located in the northern part of East Baton Rouge Parish, Scotlandville's history is intricately tied to Southern University and A&M College System, the only historically black university system in the United States. Southern University relocated from New Orleans to the bluff of the Mississippi River on the western edge of Scotlandville in 1914. The story of the university and town is a tale of triumph and struggle in the midst of racism, inequality, and oppression. Presented through the theme of firsts in businesses, churches, schools, residential developments, environmental issues, politics, social organizations, and community service, Images of America: Scotlandville focuses on the people who shaped the community economically, politically, socially, and culturally.
Scott Foresman Art
by Robyn Montana TunerWhat is art? Is it a beautiful painting? Is it a colorful garden? Is it a sparkling item of jewelry? Art is all these things and so much more. Art is everywhere. You can experience art every day. It is also important to understand art.
Scott Foresman Art
by Robyn Montana Turner"A picture is worth a thousand words." You may have heard someone say this. It is a reminder of the power of art. Some art communicates beyond words. Is it any wonder that the meaning of art is hard to explain? Most people agree that:artists make art, their works are called artworks,artworks show ideas and feelings
Scott Foresman Art
by Robyn Montana TurnerThis book integrates classroom instruction, hands-on activities, and literacy-building experiences to turn on the power of art for all students.
Scott Foresman Art (California Edition)
by Rebecca BrooksArt may be anything from a song on the radio to a play performed onstage. The subject of this book is visual art. Painting, sculpture, and drawing are all forms of visual art.
Scott Foresman Art (Grade #3)
by Robyn Montana TurnerWhat is art? People have many answers to this question. Most agree that art is about expression. Artworks can express ideas and feelings in special ways. Artists make artworks. Drawings, paintings, and clay pots are artworks. Quilts, photographs, and baskets are artworks too.
Scott Foresman Art (Grade #5)
by Robyn Montana TurnerWhen you look at the world, use an artist's eye to appreciate what you see. Look for the elements of art, or line, shape, color, value, texture, form, and space, that artists use to create their artworks. Artists also use the principles of design, or balance, pattern, rhythm, unity, variety, emphasis, and proportion. These principles help an artist organize the elements to express ideas and feelings.
Scott Weaver: Toothpick Sculptor (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Red #Level O)
by Katy DuffieldFind out how artist Scott Weaver makes three-dimensional toothpick sculptures.
Scottish National Dress and Tartan
by Stuart ReidTartan is an enormously popular pattern in modern fashion and Scottish National Dress is recognised around the world. This book reveals the origin and development of tartans and Scottish national costume. Beginning as Highland dress, it was originally peculiar to certain areas of Scotland but is now generally accepted as its national costume.What was once ordinary working clothing of a distinctive local style has been formalised and embellished to turn it into a ceremonial dress suitable for days of celebration, while tartans once woven according to the fancy of those who wore them, have also become fixed with certain patterns prescribed for different families, areas or institutions. This process was not, as is popularly thought, a phenomenon begun by the romantic novels of Sir Walter Scott, but began long before as a reaction to the Union with England in 1707. This book not only traces its evolution from earliest time, but the process by which it became Scottish National Dress.TOC: Chapter I: The Highland Clans /Chapter II: Early Highland Dress /Chapter III: Rebels and Kilts /Chapter IV: Invention of Scottish National Dress /Chapter V: Tartan - a national dress /Chapter VI Scottish National Dress today /Appendix: Major Tartans
Scottish Tartans in Full Color (Dover Pictorial Archive)
by James GrantThe tartans of 72 Highland clans are presented in full-page, full-color, large-format illustrations. With a new introduction to tartans by J. Charles Thompson, Fellow of the Scottish Tartan Society and a noted authority in the field. A must for costume, textile and fashion designers and historians, and an eye-filling pleasure for all.
Scotts Valley (Images of America)
by Deborah MuthNestled among the spreading oaks of Santa Cruz County, just north of Monterey Bay, lies the city of Scotts Valley. First used as a hunting and camping spot on a Native American trading route, and later a stop on the stage route over the Santa Cruz Mountains, Scotts Valley has a long tradition of providing respite to weary travelers. Hiram Scott purchased the 4,447-acre Rancho San Agustin in 1850, built the community's first wood-frame house, and sold parcels of land that became dairies, farms, ranches, and lumber mills. In the 20th century, with the popularity of the family automobile, several attractions were opened throughout the valley. Travelers escaped the summer heat by flocking to the Tree Circus, Santa's Village, and the Lost World. Today, Scotts Valley remains a family-oriented community offering small-town charm and hospitality.
Scouts in Bondage: And Other Violations of Literary Propriety
by Michael BellStep inside Michael Bell's antiquarian bookshop, stocked with rare and fine collectibles of infinite variety, from the Book of Blank Maps,With Instructions, to Autobiography of the Best Abused Man in the World. By perusing these curious works from bygone times, inquiring readers will be rewarded with instruction on such rarely understood pursuits as Single-Handed Cruising and Girls' Interests. A treasure trove of the best of bookmaking, here is a library of laughs.
Scranton
by Roger Dupuis II Cheryl A. KashubaAfter incorporation in 1866, Scranton demonstrated an indomitable spirit that made it the Electric City and the Anthracite Capital of the World. Nestled in the scenic Lackawanna River Valley, Scranton carried that spirit through the changing economic landscape of the mid-20th century as its coal, railroad, and textile industries declined. In a cityscape that recalls its past, Scranton continues to find creative uses for its iconic structures. The community of Scranton embraces growth and change while celebrating its rich heritage with traditions like trips to the Saturday farmers' market at the historic Iron Furnaces, rides along the old Laurel Line trolley tracks to a RailRiders baseball game, celebrations of rich ethnic heritage at festivals throughout the year, and many more.
Scranton's Hill Section
by Jack SheanThe hills east of Scranton's downtown are home to one of the most eclectic and historic neighborhoods in America. Scranton's aptly named Hill Section developed over the course of the 19th and 20th centuries, from what was originally rugged terrain and dense forest to a socially diverse enclave. The area's close proximity to Scranton's commercial center and unparalleled views of the Lackawanna Valley attracted many of Scranton's wealthiest and most prominent citizens, including the city's namesake Scranton family, to build palatial mansions in a myriad of architectural styles on its many hills. Middle-class citizens soon followed suit, building smaller but equally splendid homes alongside their elite neighbors. To serve the Hill Section's growing population, civic leaders organized religious and community institutions, and local merchants developed commercial enterprises. Ultimately, the Hill Section became home to many well-known educational and medical centers, beautiful parks, and cultural establishments. In the 21st century, the Hill Section is still a thriving community that continues to preserve its heritage. Scranton's Hill Section tells the story of a distinctive neighborhood full of diverse people whose legacies are the true embodiment of American history.
Scrap Happy Sewing: 18 Easy Sewing Projects for DIY Gifts and Toys from Fabric Remnants (Retro Mama)
by Kim KruzichUse leftover fabrics to create amazing crafts—bags, bibs, quilts, toys, and much more! Kim Kruzich—a.k.a. Retro Mama—showcases her unique style and skill with color in this contemporary collection of eighteen simple sewing projects all designed to be made from leftover fabrics. These adorable handmade projects combine sewing, patchwork, applique, and embroidery and include bags, cushions and pillows, quilts, baby bibs, soft toys, organizers, bookends, and mats, all using Kim&’s charming motifs of owls, dolls, birds, clouds, fruits, bears, and more. Her trademark easy-to-follow visual instructions and full-size templates make these projects super accessible and achievable, so even beginners will be sewing gifts and toys in no time with a minimum of outlay on materials. In addition, gorgeous full-color photography will inspire you to get sewing, use up your stash, and brighten up your home—Retro Mama style!
Scrap Patchwork: Traditionally Modern Quilts
by Sandra ClemonsForget your troubles ... Come on, get scrappy! Sew 13 scrappy quilts with color palettes so sophisticated, you won’t believe they’re from scraps! Blending the best of modern and traditional quilting, these projects pair fresh fabrics with classic block designs and trusted techniques. Learn to organize your fabric and choose winning color combinations. Each quilt features design notes to help you get the look you want when “shopping” your own stash. Ideal for confident beginners, these patterns will keep your waste to a minimum and your creativity to a maximum. • 13 scrap quilts that blend the best of modern fabrics and traditional block construction • Organize your scraps! Tips for stash storage and designing with color • Graphic, sophisticated quilts for the confident beginner
Scrap Quilt Secrets: 6 Design Techniques for Knockout Results
by Diane D. KnottScrap to it! Turn your scrappy mess into a quilting success! Armed with the easy-to-use S.C.R.A.P.S. system (style, contrast, repetition, accent color, palette, and selvages), you’ll sew extraordinary quilts from every last bit of the fabric you love—even the tiniest scraps. Personalize 16 beginner-friendly quilts using the blank coloring pages, or apply the concepts to tackle any scrap quilt you want to make. These 6 must-know scrap secrets will forever change the way you look at scrap quilting! • 16 scrap quilting projects using 6 must-know design techniques • Use even the tiniest scraps of the fabric you love in a quilt you’ll treasure forever • Apply the S.C.R.A.P.S. system: style, contrast, repetition, accent color, palette, and selvages
Scrap Quilts: The Art of Making Do
by Roberta HortonAntique scrap quilts can be the most humble of quilts and, at the same time, the most complicated of all quilts to understand. Roberta Horton shows her techniques for making a scrap quilt, including how to free-hand cut shapes for a folk-art look. A selection of block patterns is provided, with possibilities for pieced, pieced-and-appliqued, and folk-art scrap quilts. Roberta shares advice on the interaction of fabrics within a quilt and how to choose just the right blocks. Unpretentious and honest - and, at the same time, beautitful - old quilts give today's quilters inspiration for coloration, composition, and fabric usage. *Important Note about PRINT ON DEMAND Editions: This title will be printed after purchase and will arrive separately from any in-stock items. Please allow approximately 2 weeks for USA delivery, with an additional 2 weeks for international shipments. Expedited shipping is not available on POD Editions. The printing quality in this copy will vary from the original offset printing edition and may look more saturated due to printing on demand by a high-quality printer on uncoated (non-glossy) paper. The information presented in this version is the same as the most recent printed edition. Any pattern pullouts have been separated and presented as single pages.
Scrap Republic: 8 Quilt Projects for Those Who Love Color
by Emily CierDon’t let those scraps sit there—sew them into these bursting-with-color projects from the author of Quilt Remix!Popular patternmaker Emily Cier sews up all the colors of the rainbow in her second collection of all-new patterns that include wallhangings and lap quilts.Divided into sections for the little stasher or the big stasher, this book gives separate cutting instructions for working with all scraps, or with all new fabrics. Emily brings a modern aesthetic to patchwork blocks with a joyful jolt of color!
Scrap Simple: Using Minimal Design to Create Beautiful Scrapbook Pages
by Hillary HeidelbergThe possibilities are endless when you scrap simple!Scrapbooking doesn't have to be fussy to be fun! For those with the desire but just a little bit of time, money or space, Scrap Simple is the must-have guide for chronicling all the important milestones and moments efficiently and economically. Perfect for beginners and veterans alike, this book makes it easy to give your pages that clean, simple look you want.View over 100 fresh, clean and uncluttered pages created with minimal productGet insider tips on creating cool pages in a flash using just basic tools and suppliesFind tips for choosing the best supplies when shopping and clever ways to make the most of what's already in your stashDiscover a new approach to using cardstock, patterned paper and embellishmentsLearn how to create simple two-page layouts, effectively use white space and incorporate text as a design elementScrap Simple makes it easy and fun to whip up fresh and modern scrapbook pages you'll cherish for a lifetime!