{"product_id":"the-quest-for-the-wicker-man-history-folklore-and-pagan-perspectives-ebook","title":"The Quest for the Wicker Man: History, folklore and Pagan perspectives","description":"\u003c!-- One-line hook --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA definitive exploration of one of Scotland’s most iconic films — its folklore, its politics, its pagan roots and its enduring cultural power.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Tagline --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA must‑read for fans of \u003cem\u003eThe Wicker Man\u003c\/em\u003e, featuring insights from director Robin Hardy and leading scholars of film, folklore and counterculture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Access Your Content --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #ddd; padding: 16px; border-radius: 6px; background: #f9f9f9; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eAccess Your Content in Seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003col style=\"margin-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eComplete your purchase on our store.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDownload \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegreyhill.com\/pages\/the-grey-hill-app\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Grey Hill App\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (free).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLog in using the same email from checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYour ebook will appear instantly in your library.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #555;\"\u003eAll content is securely delivered through our app and not offered as a Shopify download.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- About the Ebook --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Ebook\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Quest for the Wicker Man\u003c\/strong\u003e delves into the origins, meanings and cultural legacy of one of Scotland’s greatest films. Since its release, \u003cem\u003eThe Wicker Man\u003c\/em\u003e has captivated audiences with its unsettling atmosphere, haunting folk traditions and unforgettable climax — earning a devoted cult following worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book uncovers the roots of the film’s power, exploring its connections to Scottish folklore, pagan symbolism, countercultural movements and the political anxieties of its time. With contributions from leading scholars — and including insights from director \u003cstrong\u003eRobin Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e — it offers a rich, multifaceted understanding of why the film continues to fascinate, disturb and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThorough, engaging and deeply informative, this is an essential companion for anyone interested in the film, its mythology or its place in Scottish cultural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Reviews --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Praise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A debate — engrossing, thoroughly readable and moreish.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— The Sunday Herald\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"One gets the feeling of real passion for the subject.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Pentacle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A more balanced and straightforward approach to the reader.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Scope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eThe Wicker Man\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"One of Scotland’s greatest movies.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— The Scotsman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The Citizen Kane of Horror Films.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Cinefantastique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"How radical it seems as a film… increasingly like a horror musical, not just a pagan‑themed wig‑out.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— Alistair Harkness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Why You'll Love This Ebook --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Ebook\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe definitive companion\u003c\/strong\u003e to one of Scotland’s most influential films.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExplores folklore, paganism, politics and film history\u003c\/strong\u003e in an accessible, engaging way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes insights from director Robin Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e and leading scholars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for fans of cult cinema\u003c\/strong\u003e, Scottish culture and horror history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA standout Luath Press title\u003c\/strong\u003e for film lovers and cultural historians alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- About the Authors --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenjamin Franks\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lecturer in Social and Political Philosophy at the University of Glasgow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStephen Harper\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in media representations of mental health and gender studies; he is a lecturer in Media Studies at the University of Glasgow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJonathan Murray\u003c\/strong\u003e teaches in the Centre for Visual and Cultural Studies at Edinburgh College of Art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLesley Stevenson\u003c\/strong\u003e was a lecturer in Tourism and Leisure at Liverpool Hope University College.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Publication Details --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePublication Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luath Press\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e —\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrint Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e — (Ebook edition)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN (Ebook):\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781913025960\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebook\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Film Studies \/ Folklore \/ Cultural History \/ Pagan Studies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I access my ebook?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegreyhill.com\/pages\/the-grey-hill-app\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Grey Hill App\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and log in using the same email you used at checkout. 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