The Critic Magazine

In an enchanted glen

• Wherever one looks there is something at which to wonder. Look down upon Lochs Lomond, Lubnaig or Maree at the majesty and the mystery of their deep waters. Look up from Sauchiehall Street, or from Union Street and the Citadel at the glory that is the granite face of Glasgow and Aberdeen. Look in awe upon the twilight glowering that is Glencoe and its fearful history.

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