The books have French, Scottish, or Gaelic, and German words and phrases with no explanations. Gabaldon did publish The Outlander Companion with lots of explanations, summaries, and lots of other information. Read the books. They are so much better than the tv series. I refuse to watch the series knowing that things are changed and the actor playing Jamie is all wrong! I originally checked the books out from the library, but have just recently purchased all of them from Thrift Books. I can't wait to read them again.
Last edited by paoberle; 05-17-2016 at 03:23 AM.