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A unique edition that has front and rear oak boards, being warranted oak taken from the Foundations of Cambuskenneth Abbey, Scotland, the last resting place of James Ill, who fell at the Battle of Sauchieburn 1488. In 1486 Margaret of Denmark died at Stirling Castle and was buried at the abbey. In 1488 her husband, James Ill was killed at the Battle of Sauchieburn and his body was brought to Cambuskenneth Abbey for burial. His tomb was finished in 1502 and painted by David Pratt. Following the dismantling of the bulk of the abbey the tomb was damaged and it was restored in 1865, funded by Queen Victoria. This oak was reclaimed during the restoration. Legend suggests the partially dismembered remains of Scottish hero William Wallace was buried here in secret by loyal monks. A faint engraved WW can still be found on the remains of a wall. A fascinating story, and scarce edition. #booklover #bookblog #booksellers #antiquarianbooks

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