Peter Baxter takes a new approach to the history of the Franklin Expedition, from the perspective of John Rae and Lady Franklin, and their embroiled dispute over what fate the crew met. Paperback.
A second volume of historical and archaeological papers relating to Orkney. Published by Orkney Heritage Society with Orkney Archaeological Trust. Paperback.
A Year in the Life of an Orkney Doctor. By Malcolm Alexander.
HMS Hermione and the Royal Navy's revenge By Angus Konstam. Hardback.
Gavin Francis examines our collective fascination with islands. In hardback.
Joanna Ramsey recalls George Mackay Brown's final eight years. Paperback.
Crisis and conflict on an Orkney estate. By William P.L. Thompson
The incredible story of the Shetlanders who fished for cod around Faroe, Rockall, Iceland and Greenland. By John Goodlad.
Covering the history of ferry services to Orkney and Shetland, this new and updated book is a wealth of historical pictures. It includes a history of Northlink Ferries and an insight into passage from mainland Scotland to the Islands from Willie MacKay, a long-standing master. Miles Cowsill & Colin Smith
The traditional Orkney tale told by Tom Muir. Illustrated by Bridget Woodford. Orkney Traditional Tales, Book 1. An A5 booklet. Suitable for adults and children.