title: The Hammer of the Scots: Edward I and the Scottish Wars of Independence
author:  David Santiuste 
description: <span>"With an insight into not just the military capabilities of the opposing sides, but also the technology, tactics and logistics of fighting a war in an opponent's land, it reveals a great deal more than the general view of Edward I. A great addition for anyone interested in the lives of the early Plantagenet kings" (<i>Skirmish: The Living History Magazine</i>)</span><br /><br />"For a history book this is a page turner ... a good investment and a great read" (Chris Heath)<br /><br /><span>"... looks into exactly what made Edward tick, with a fascinating exploration of the king's personality" (<i>Scottish Field</i>)</span>
zlib_text: Wars of Scottish Independence
  
  A Captivating Guide to the Battles Between the Kingdom of Scotland and the
  Kingdom of England, Including the Impact Made by King Robert the Bruce
  
    
  
  Table of Contents
  
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  [ Introduction ](text00000.html#_Toc523339164)
  
  [ Chapter 1 – Good Fences; Good Neighbors ](text00000.html#_Toc523339165)
  
  [ Chapter 2 – Crisis ](text00000.html#_Toc523339166)
  
  [ Chapter 3 – Defiance ](text00000.html#_Toc523339167)
  
  [ Chapter 4 – The Martyr ](text00000.html#_Toc523339168)
  
  [ Chapter 5 – Power Struggles ](text00000.html#_Toc523339169)
  
  [ Chapter 6 – Inner Strife ](text00000.html#_Toc523339170)
  
  [ Chapter 7 – The Battle of Bannockburn ](text00000.html#_Toc523339171)
  
  [ Chapter 8 – A Worthy King ](text00000.html#_Toc523339172)
  
  [ Chapter 9 – Where Your Heart Is ](text00000.html#_Toc523339173)
  
  [ Chapter 10 – The Son of the Bruce & the Second War for Independence
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