Crofting Crucible. Glimpses into the Economic, Social, and Cultural History of Balephuil In Tiree Castles and Galleys including the practical challenges of

including the practical challenges of establishing a sustainable enterprise

Author: Coinneach Maclean

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Each entry provides historical background

Crofting Crucible. Glimpses into the Economic, Social, and Cultural History of Balephuil In Tiree Castles and Galleys including the practical challenges ofThis book is based on a conference held in 2024 which brought together residents of Tiree, members of the Tiree diaspora, and scholars from a range of different backgrounds, to consider the history and cultural achievements of one small crofting township: Balephuil in the south west of the island. A superficial glance at Balephuils natural beauty and tranquil appearance today may suggest that nothing much has happened here for centuries. But nothing