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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.
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.
Tim Dean and Anne Bignall have devoted the last eight years to compiling The Wildlife of Orkney’s Coasts and Seas. Anne has created 64 plates depicting 11 different habitats and numerous additional illustrations. Over 500 species have been painted and described many of which sit within readily identifiable and sometimes iconic Orkney locations. By Tim...
A Photographic Portait of Hoy and Walls. By John S. Findlay. Hardback.
Mini guide dealing specifically with the monuments at the heart of neolithic Orkney. An informative and readable guide and ideal souvenir. Second Edition.
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 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.
Ingrid has created and sold pictures. She has written and had her work published in a variety of places. But until now, she has never shown them together. This beautiful book presents her paintings and poetry side by side in all the intensely felt moods of Orkney. By Ingrid Grieve. Gloss soft bound.
Slimline appointment version of the Scenic Appointment calendar. With a selection of images of Orkney scenery by the Orkney Camera Club. Lined with space for writing. 2025. 32 x 14cm. (Same images as Scenic 2026 Calendar.) Orkney From Above 2026 Calendar here.
Children's book about the adventures of three Stone Age children from Skara Brae. By Kathleen Fidler.