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Barques, Sparks & Sharks
An Orcadian At Sea. Len Wilson's maritime memoir, Barques, Sparks & Sharks, includes over 100 personal photos and images, beautifully enhancing these swashbuckling tales from bygone days of maritime life. By Len Wilson. Paperback.
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Fara: Forever In Our Hearts
In her final years Retta began writing the story of her childhood on the beautiful, remote island of Fara in the Orkneys, where she was raised on a family croft. She captured a way of life that has all but vanished, a childhood marked by both freedom and the hardships brought on by the outbreak of WW II. Her youngest daughter, Angela, lovingly completed...
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Orkney Days
Having married an Orcadian crofter in 1961, Christine Muir became part of the tiny island community of North Ronaldsay, where she and her husband raised their four children.
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To Fair Isle and Back
Where to watch birds? On Stronsay! Published in 1995. Written and illustrated by John Holloway. Paperback.
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The People of Orkney
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.
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In From The Cuithes
An Orkney Anthology. The Orkney Islands have produced a remarkable number of talented writers through the years. This anthology gathers together material from a variety of sources, to give a flavour of Orkney and its writing. Edited by Howie Firth. Hardback.
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The Life and Letters of an Orkney Naturalist
Revered George Low 1747-95. By Olaf D. Cuthbert. Hardback.
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SCotland in 100 Buildings
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.
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Stumbling Stones
'The Holocaust, My Family and Me' In this moving memoir, Miriam Landor shares her family's harrowing experiences of the Holocaust and the lasting impact this dark chapter of history had on the generations that followed. By Miriam Landor. Paperback.
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Pharay: A Forgotton Island (New 2024 edition)
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.
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