Charting William Sichel's incredible running career in moving detail, the trials and tribulations as well as the stunning successes. By William Sichel. 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...
Fresson's memoirs were first published in 1967, some four years after his death, now, working from his original manuscript, his full story is told for the first time in this Second Edition of Air Road to the isles. By Captain E. E. Fresson OBE. Hardback.
Ideal for your visit to Orkney. Tourist attractions & places are clearly marked. Detailed street maps included for main towns within the area shown. Topography is shown by layer tints & peak heights. Quality information for a budget-friendly price!
EVENT & A COPY OF 'THE KILLING STONES' TICKET @ £25 (For 'EVENT ONLY' ticket @ £7 click here) Important: Tickets must be ordered separately from books in their own order. This is a physical ticket which will either need to be posted out, or you can select 'collect from shop' at checkout to collect from The Orcadian Bookshop at a later date.
A Photographic Portait of Hoy and Walls. By John S. Findlay. Hardback.
The traditional Orkney tale told by Tom Muir. Illustrated by Bridget Woodford. Orkney Traditional Tales, Book 2. An A5 booklet. Suitable for adults and children.
The untold story of Scotsman John Rae, the Arctic adventurer who discovered the fate of Franklin.
Of all the airlines in the UK, the oldest name in continous use is that of Loganair. In celebrating its fiftieth anniversary, Loganair has reached a milestone never before achieved by any Scottish airline.
This book is a celebration of the Orkney Yole. It has been compiled by members of the OYA and contains both contemporary and historical photographs of the various types of yole that have been sailed over the years. There are also chapters explaining the history, evolution and construction, together with first hand reminiscences from sailors of these...
A beautiful A5 Christmas Card with a graphic image of St Magnus Cathedral in the snow. Envelope included.