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An Eye on the Hebrides
£8.99
See the Hebrides through the eyes of a masterful artist and storyteller
Where wild islands, vibrant characters, and timeless tradition meet the page
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About the Ebook
Mairi Hedderwick embarks on a six-month-long journey to 40 islands from Arran to Lewis, recounting her pilgrimage around the archipelago of the Western Isles with which she has had a lifelong love affair.Filled with wit and wisdom that is matched by her spell-binding illustrations, Mairi Hedderwick portrays the islands in all their diversity, with swift and perceptive cameos of everyday life drawn with humour and affection alongside gorgeous landscapes which capture the truly magical beauty of the Hebrides.Why You'll Love This Ebook
- Experience the unique charm of island life captured in beautiful illustrations and engaging narrative
- Discover the authentic voices and stories of Hebridean communities
- Essential reading for anyone enchanted by Scotland's remote isles
- Read another celebrated title from Birlinn Ltd - Independent Scottish Publisher
'As evocative of the islands as the smell of peat smoke, the taste of smoked herring or a vintage malt' The Scotsman
'A lovely, lively book — always candid and fun, showing the eccentricities of islands as well as their virtues' Stornoway Gazette
'Perfectly exemplifies the desire to wander off the beaten track' Sunday Post
About the Author
Mairi Hedderwick was born in Gourock, Scotland. As well as creating children's books Mairi writes and illustrates travel books for adults, including Highland Journey and Sea Change and An Eye on the Hebrides. She also illustrated the acclaimed Janet Reachfar books.
Publication Details
Publisher: Birlinn Ltd
Publication Date: 08 April 2021
Print Length: 128 pages (Ebook edition)
ISBN (Ebook): 9781788854504
Format: Ebook
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