Elgin: And A Guide To Elgin Cathedral, Once Denominated The Lantern Of The North (1866) is a book written by John Shanks. The book serves as a guide to the city of Elgin in Scotland and its famous cathedral, which was once known as the ""Lantern of the North"". The book provides a detailed history of the city and the cathedral, including its architecture, art, and religious significance. It also includes information on the surrounding area, including nearby towns and attractions. The book is written in English and was originally published in 1866. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Scotland, particularly those interested in religious architecture and art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.