Making Scotland's Landscape

Making Scotland's Landscape

Making Scotland's Landscape

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Making Scotland's Landscape

2010- 2010

1 Seasons

5 Episodes

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Overview

In a country celebrated for its unique 'natural' beauty, Professor Iain Stewart reveals how every square inch of Scotland's landscape has been affected by centuries of human activity.

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