The latest Orkney books at The Orcadian Bookshop.
2025 Bold Figure calendar with tearable pages for each month. 30x21cm
The earliest recorded Irvine in Orkney was a William de Irwyn in 1369. This book draws on copious contemporary records that survive in Edinburgh, Kirkwall and elsewhere, together with implications of genetic genealogy, to develop fourteen lineages of William's alleged descendants. By James M Irvine Soft cover
A magnificent and fully illustrated guide to the stone circles of Britain and Ireland. By Colin Richards & Vicki Cummings. Paperback/softback.
Film tie-in paperback edition of the best-selling memoir, now a major film. With a new afterword from the author. Paperback. By Amy Liptrot. 2018 Paperback Edition Available Here. Second Book 'The Instant' Available Here
After dying in a fatal but avoidable work accident, Frank arrives in heaven and quickly realises it's a great place to visit but... Lonely. By Mark Castle. Paperback.
Prepare to be challenged and provoked by An Orkney Gardener, a thought-provoking and unapologetic exploration of the critical state of modern agriculture and soil health. Vernon Bradley, a seasoned gardener... dares to question the status quo of monoculture farming and its devastating effects on our environment and food supply By Vernon Bradley. Paperback.
A well-known Church of Scotland minister with an unusually varied career has written a celebration of one of the most satisfying, challenging, intriguing and - occasionally - entertaining profession around. By Marjory A Maclean. Paperback.
A tale of survival and a tragic love story of a woman who never wanted to give up hope. New Second Edition June 2025 By Bo Harris. Paperback.
Dive in and explore Shetland, in all its elemental, breathtaking and alluring beauty. With stunning colour photographs and more than 250 pages. It offers readers a unique perspective on exploring Shetland. Paperback. By Laurie Goodlad.
An exiting and amazing tale. Based on a true story it brings 1800s Shetland to life. Enjoy some unexpected twists! By Molly Mack. Paperback.
Volume Two - pack of playing cards celebrating Orkney. 54 unique card faces. Beautiful Orkney scenes and monuments photographed by Duncan I. McEwan
Volume One - pack of playing cards celebrating Orkney. 54 unique card faces. Beautiful Orkney scenes and monuments photographed by Duncan I. McEwan