Sporran Explains Highland Games
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Hello! My name is Sporran and I'm a Highland Pony. I live in the Scottish Highlands and every summer I like to visit Highland Games. Let me tell you all about them...
Highland Games began hundreds of years ago. The head of each clan, called the chieftain, held gatherings to help him find his best men to go with him into battle. Running and jumping competitions tested speed and agility. Hill races tested endurance, and heavy lifting contests tested strength.
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About the Book
"A fun introduction to traditional Highland Games...an informative guide for young readers and a wonderfully illustrated keepsake for all" Scottish Games Association (governing body of Highland Games)
About the Author
Linda Purves lives in the Scottish Highlands with her husband, three young children, and a fat cat. She competes regularly on the Highland Games circuit as a hill runner and coaches all ages in athletics, cycling, and horse riding. Author of Horse and Rider Fitness published by Kenilworth Press (2006).