Description
Orkney’s history, folklore, language and way of life are skilfully recreated in this outstanding collection. The Anthology draws together a wealth of fascinating material from journals, newspaper articles, and broadcast strips, and includes much previously unpublished writing.
The first of two volumes, this book focuses on The Way of Life; the days work farming, the sea & trades and crafts. Domestic life, life stages, festivals, pastimes and memories. It also focuses on lore & legend, northern witches, tales from the past and Orkney monuments.
Ernest Marwick combined research into archives and oral tradition in a blend of styles. Both serious analytical articles, and the more anecdotal light-hearted pieces, will reward the student and the interested layman alike.
Meticulously and sympathetically edited by John Robertson, James Irvine and Marie Sutherland. This volume features well-researched footnotes on historical and linguistic details as well as the provenance of each article, adding updating where appropriate.
