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.
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.
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.
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.
Join Orkney Uncovered Tour Guide Kinlay Francis on this hilarious virtual tour around the Orkney Islands and discover that not only are there some bonkers questions but some cracking answers too! By Kinlay Francis. Paperback.
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.
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
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