Aspects of Orkney. This is one of the most comprehensive books ever written about the Orkney Islands, covering their archaeology and history, and the characteristics and way of life of the island people through the centuries. It is the result of a combined effort of a team of scholars from various disciplines. Edited by R. J. Berry and H. N. Firth. Hardback.
Essays from Orkney & Shetland presented to Per Sveaas Anderson. Edited by Barbara E. Crawford. Hardback.
Revered George Low 1747-95. By Olaf D. Cuthbert. Hardback.
A fresh and engaging exploration of Scotland's architectural heritage, told through Emmerson's unique personal lens. Featuring many places in Orkney. Paperback. By Roger Emmerson.
Life, Death and Magic in the Islands of Orkney. A new history of the Orkney Islands that delves deep into island politics, folk beliefs and community memory on the geographical edge of Britain. By Peter Marshall. Paperback.
A compilation of memories of Pharay, gathered by Billy Cardno. A new 2024 revised and updated edition with a spine, including a new chapter on John Angus Harcus who lived on the island from the age of 15. Paperback, A4 with colour photos.
An Orkney Heritage Society Oral History Project. Tom Rendall, Annie Thuesen and Spencer Rosie. Foreword by Lord Wallace. Paperback.
The Story of the Isle of Sanday Knitters. By Sandra Towrie. Paperback.
Kirkwall evolved after the invading Norse established an earldom in Orkney... This fascinating insight has been gleaned from the Norse Sagas, and first-hand accounts preserved among the records of the Royal Burgh. Enjoy tales of an eccentric Sheriff, a riotous election, earls and bishops, smugglers and shop-keepers, slavers, ministers, pirates and much...
This book attempts to trace the origin of the placenames of Orkney - hills, coastal forms, farms, cottages and fields. By Gregor Lamb. Paperback. Hardback available here.