Steamers to Stornoway Islay the book is written in

the book is written in a light-hearted and self-effacing way

it allows us for the first time to appreciate and evaluate the astonishing range and influence of Carmichael’s work

seeking to learn from the past while exploring new ways of using the land

school life and life of the Scottish island of Islay

we are publishing a beautiful new fully illustrated book by Donald Sinclair giving the inside story of this landmark in Gaelic culture - described at the time as ‘the most interesting development in television drama in Scotland since Tutti Frutti’

Steamers to Stornoway Islay the book is written inSteamers to Ships and Shipping Services to Lewis since 1750 by Colin Tucker Shipping services are an essential part of the life of all islands and Lewis is no exception. This history makes a valuable contribution to the record of the life of Stornoway and Lewis, as well as chronicling an important element of maritime history. In the 17th century crossing the Minch could be a difficult and hazardous journey, when sailing ships might take several days