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A Croft in the Hills
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A Classic Memoir of Highland Crofting Life
Katharine Stewart's beloved account of life on a small Highland croft
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About the Ebook
A Croft in the Hills, first published in 1960, is now acknowledged as a classic among Highland books. It captures, in simple, moving descriptions, what it was really like trying to make a living out of a hill croft near Loch Ness fifty years ago. A couple and their young daughter, fresh from city life, immerse themselves in the practicalities of looking after sheep, cattle and hens, mending fences, baking bread and surviving the worst that Scottish winters can throw at them.Their neighbours are few, but among them they find the generosity and community spirit that has survived in the Highlands for generations. Working as a tight family unit, they learn to cope, and in time grow to love their little croft.Why You'll Love This Ebook
- Experience the realities and rewards of Highland crofting through a classic memoir
- Discover the rhythms of rural life and the changing seasons of the glens
- Read warm, observational writing that captures a vanishing way of life
- Read another celebrated title from Birlinn Ltd - Independent Scottish Publisher
Reviews
'Katharine Stewart's narrative style is delightfully engaging — almost conversational — drawing the reader in like a welcome house guest.' Topical Books
'Stewart's memories offer a tale of other times, almost a glimpse of legends — evocative and charming.' Scottish Book Collector
'Written with great charm, this classic account of crofting life remains as fresh and compelling as ever.' Books in Scotland
About the Author
Katharine Stewart was born in 1914 in Reading. Following the Second World War and after a spell running a hotel in Edinburgh she moved with her husband, Sam Stewart, and daughter Hilda, to the croft at Abriachan near Loch Ness, where she began her writing career with A Croft in the Hills. Later she trained as a teacher before, on the death of her husband, becoming the local postmistress at Abriachan. She died in 2013 and is survived by her daughter, Hilda.Publication Details
Publisher: Birlinn Ltd
Publication Date: 08 August 2013
Print Length: 192 pages (Ebook edition)
ISBN (Ebook): 9780857907516
Format: Ebook
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