David R. Ross

David R. Ross

David Robertson Ross is a historian and writer, often known as "the biker historian". A passionate Scot, he has written a number of historical tours of Scotland under the Luath Press series On The Trail of....

Born in Giffnock, he moved to East Kilbride aged just 5, and he still lives in the town. He left school at 16, having been frustrated by the lack of Scottish history taught in his school. After reading the novels of Nigel Tranter, particularly The Bruce Trilogy, he vowed to travel Scotland and learn all he could about Scottish history.

A chance encounter at a lecture in Glasgow lead him to write his first book, On The Trail of William Wallace, which was quickly followed by titles on other Scottish figures such as Robert the Bruce and Bonnie Prince Charlie.

Ross regularly attends Scottish festivals and Highland Games across the globe, and now shares his time between East Kilbride and Ontario, Canada. He is convenor of the Society of William Wallace. His most recent book is a biography of 'The Black Douglas', James the Good.

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    Desire Lines: A Scottish Odyssey - Paperback
    David R. Ross here provides a personal journey through the history of Scotland. Maps are included throughout the book which can be read from cover to cover, or used as a practical guide, section by section.
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    For Freedom: The Last Days Of William Wallace - Paperback
    David Ross leads an investigation into William Wallace's last days, the events that led up to his death, and their repercussions through Scottish history. His life and death are tied to issues of patriotism and Scottish nationality over the last seven hundred years.
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    James The Good: The Black Douglas - Paperback
    Sir James the Good - or 'Black Douglas' as he was known by the English - terrified the northern shires of England throughout the reign of King Robert the Bruce and the Wars of Independence. David R. Ross brings history alive as he tells the story of Sir James' life.
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    On The Trail Of Bonnie Prince Charlie - Paperback
    Part of a series of guides looking at key figures and themes, this work follows the trail of Charles Edward Stewart, the Young Pretender. As well as providing guidebook information on Scotland this book offers fascinating facts about the prince.
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    On The Trail Of Robert The Bruce - Paperback
    This book from Scots historian David R Ross charts the story of Scotland's hero-king from his boyhood, through his days of indecision as Scotland suffered under the English yoke, to his assumption of the crown exactly six months after the death of William
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    On The Trail Of Scotland's History - Paperback
    From the volcanic origins of Edinburgh Castle to the final resting place of King Arthur, this guide examines the formative events of Scottish identity. It also provides an intelligent, passionate perspective on key landmarks and their significance to Scotland.
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    On The Trail Of William Wallace - Paperback
    On the Trail of William Wallace offers a refreshing insight into the life and heritage of the great Scots hero whose proud story is at the very heart of what it means to be Scottish.
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    A Passion For Scotland - Paperback
    The Scotland of the past and the Scotland of the future. That is the essence of 'A Passion for Scotland', and its author David Ross takes the reader on a passionate journey through the story of the country.

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