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Margaret Bryce has been having a hard time since dying in 2014. In a place beyond, we join Margaret as she revisits her life, from Aberdeen to Australia; Piper Alpha to Thatcher. A Country of Eternal Light is an utterly original, bitingly funny and poignant novel about grief and how we remain wanted by our loved ones, dead or alive.

This text offers Martin Martin's narrative of his journey around the Western Isles, with information on custom, tradition and life, and an account of St Kilda, published in 1697, and Sir Donald Monro, High Dean of the Isles, visit after the fall of the Lords of the Isles, written in 1549.

All the poetry of Sorley Maclean, the most significant 20th century Gaelic poet, is gathered together in one volume for the first time. Over 150 poems, some never published before, are given in Gaelic alongside their English translation. Introduced by a biographical essay on his life, influences and impact.

In this new biography, the story of James VI and I is laid bare, and a welter of scurrilous assumptions penned by his political opponents put to rest. What emerges is a portrait of James as his contemporaries knew him: a gregarious, idealistic man obsessed with the idea of family, whose personal and political goals could never match up to reality.

Acclaimed historian Alistair Moffat sets off in the footsteps of the Highland clans. In twelve journeys he explores places of conflict, recreating as he walks the tumult of battle. This is a unique exploration of many of the places and events which define a country's history.

Living what the philosophers call a good life is not always easy. If there is a single human quality that most of us value above others it is kindness. Love and kindness are at the heart of this new collection by Alexander McCall Smith.

Iona Lee's debut collection charts the journey of the writer, artist and performer into adulthood. Written in a unique voice, Iona playfully toys with thematic devices in this entertaining exploration of art and artifice, absence and impermanence, truth and tale telling.

All they wanted was land: land for crofting and land on which to build a house. In 1908, ten desperate men were imprisoned for refusing to leave the island of Vatersay which they had raided. This book, the first about Vatersay, draws on detailed records to tell the remarkable story of the raiders and their struggles against poverty.

For almost 150 years until the late 20th century French Onion Johnnies - or Ingan Johnnies, as they were known north of the Border - were a familiar group of seasonal immigrant workers in cities and towns throughout Scotland and indeed Britain. This book provides a record of their lives and work.

A new book from one of the bestselling and most highly regarded Scottish historians.

The fifth book in Douglas Skelton's critically acclaimed Rebecca Connolly series. Set in Rannoch, Perthshire, Children of the Mist sees reporter Rebecca on the trail of a story that proves blood may be thicker than water but can still be easily spilled.

No Sweet Sorrow is a gripping novel penned by the renowned author, Denzil Meyrick. Published in 2023 by Birlinn General, this book is a remarkable addition to the literary world. The genre of the book is an intriguing mix that keeps the readers hooked from the very beginning. The author's unique writing style and the publisher's excellent presentation make this book a must-read. The story unfolds with an intensity that keeps the readers on the edge of their seats, making 'No Sweet Sorrow' a true testament to Meyrick's storytelling prowess. Don't miss out on this literary gem from 2023, brought to you by Birlinn General.

Weak Teeth is a wonderfully astute portrait of a messed-up family coping with mental illness, grief, difficult relationships and toothache, told with verve and originality. A captivating debut from Edinburgh-based writer Lynsey May, for fans of Sally Rooney, Meg Mason and Marian Keyes.

There are many things which define Scotland, from unicorns, Rabbie Burns, and the Forth Road Bridge to Celtic knotwork, whisky and tartan. This colouring book features designs inspired by and featuring many of the symbols which signify Scotland to residents and visitors alike - all imaginatively depicted for colour to be added.

Spring, 1523. The King's chief minister, Cardinal Wolsey, prepares to open Parliament at Blackfriars, but all is not well in Wolsey's household. A visiting critic of the Cardinal is found brutally slain whilst awaiting an audience at Richmond Palace. Anthony Blanke, trumpeter and groom, is once again called upon to unmask a murderer.

This beautifully illustrated maze book for children features some of Scotland's most famous places, people and wildlife as themes.

Far Field is the third and final book in The Auchensale Trilogy, a series of poetry cycles capturing the changing rural landscape of the West of Scotland.

Glasgow: The Autobiography tells the story of the fabled, former Second City of the British Empire from its origins as a bucolic village on the rivers Kelvin and Clyde, through the Industrial Revolution to the dawning of the second millennium.

By reimagining how we design and use our gardens, we can all do our bit to support local wildlife, improve our health and help tackle the climate crisis. This book focuses on the activities and planting suitable for a Scottish climate but also contains lots of useful information relevant for gardeners throughout the UK.

Scottish Gaelic in Twelve Weeks has been written both as a self-tuition course for beginners and also for use within the classroom. Each lesson in the book contains some essential points of grammar explained and illustrated, exercises, a list of new vocabulary, and an item of conversation. This new edition includes an audio download link.

An imaginative and beautifully observed travelogue of Lewis and Harris

A referendum on Scottish independence is only days away, but when senior civil servant John Millar is shot in a Glasgow alley on a furiously rain-soaked night, his death triggers a chain of catastrophic events. Who was John Millar? Who wanted him dead? And who is trying to alter the future path of an entire nation?