Plockton in the News

Over 200 years of newspaper articles about a Ross-shire village

Autor*innen

• Bernard O'Connor

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• 286 Seiten
• 11 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Karten & Reisen
• Weltgeschichte

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The narrative intertwines a variety of intriguing elements, including historical figures like Thomas Telford and cultural references such as the Stone of Destiny and the Wicker Man. It explores the complexities of a remote fishing village in Ross-shire, revealing its connections to opium trade, Scottish landowning MPs, and local traditions like Sabbatarianism. The story also touches on social issues through events like riots and the presence of excisemen, creating a rich tapestry of Scottish life that blends history, culture, and community dynamics.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2022
• Einband: Paperback