{"product_id":"antique-book-black-1923-amid-the-high-hills-by-hugh-fraser-1st-edt-illustrated","title":"Antique Book Black 1923 Amid the High Hills by Hugh Fraser 1st Edt Illustrated","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Attributes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1st Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antiquity\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack 1923 Amid the High Hills by Hugh Fraser 1st Edition Illustrated Scotland\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis item is the 1923 first edition of Amid the High Hills by Sir Hugh Fraser, published by A. \u0026amp; C. Black, Ltd. This beautifully bound volume is a classic of early 20thcentury Scottish travel and nature writing, chronicling the author’s reflective journeys and experiences in the Scottish Highlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eRenowned for its rich descriptions of rugged landscapes, wildlife, and solitude, Amid the High Hills is not only a literary work but also a visual feast, featuring 16 colour plates and 16 photogravure plates, making it a desirable collectible for fans of nature writing, Highland history, and antique illustrated books.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e Product Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tTitle: Amid the High Hills\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tAuthor: Sir Hugh Fraser\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tPublisher: A. \u0026amp; C. Black, Ltd.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tPublication Year: 1923 (First Edition)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tBinding: Dark blue cloth hardcover with ornate gilt detailing on spine and cover\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tIllustrations: 16 colour plates + 16 photogravure plates (as noted)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tPages: Approx. 250+\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tLanguage: English\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tPrinted in: Great Britain\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tSize: Standard octavo\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e Condition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcceptable condition – worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tCover: Some scuffing and faded marks, particularly on the back board and edges. Gilt decorations are bright and intact, though corners show light fraying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tSpine: Solid with visible shelf wear at tips. Binding remains firm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tPages: Generally clean with some agerelated toning. Includes handwritten notes (“First edition” and name) on the front endpaper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tPlates: All appear intact, including a striking frontispiece by noted landscape artist Sutton Palmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tNo dust jacket included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e About the Author \u0026amp; Historical Significance:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSir Hugh Fraser (1860–1940) was a Scottish writer and mountaineer whose passion for the Highlands is vividly conveyed through his writings. Amid the High Hills is regarded as one of the classic romantic portrayals of Scotland’s wilderness, blending poetic prose with meditative reflections on nature, solitude, and the Scottish spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book offers not only a nostalgic escape into the misty Highlands but also a valuable historical perspective on early 20thcentury Scottish identity, nature appreciation, and rural exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e Why Choose This Book?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tOriginal 1923 first edition by a respected Scottish author\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tFeatures 32 total illustrations including rare colour and photogravure plates\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tElegant antique binding with gold embossed detailing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\t•\tIdeal for collectors of Scottish literature, nature writing, or vintage travel books\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e A beautifully illustrated and historically rich tribute to the Highlands – perfect for collectors, nature lovers, or fans of Scottish heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gifted UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52605380952411,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_0fa47bee-f0e6-45a9-acca-07af3413b8d0.png?v=1773701330","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/antique-book-black-1923-amid-the-high-hills-by-hugh-fraser-1st-edt-illustrated","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}