Description of the Abbeys of Melrose and Old Melrose: With Their Traditions is a historical guidebook written by John Bower in 1827. The book provides a detailed account of the two renowned abbeys in Scotland - Melrose and Old Melrose. Bower describes the architectural features of the abbeys, including their design, construction, and ornamentation. He also delves into the history of the abbeys, tracing their origins back to the early Christian era...