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Scotland the Strange : Weird Tales from Storied Lands, expertly curated by the acclaimed Johnny Mains, beckons you on a mesmerizing journey through Scotland's eerie landscapes. Known for his remarkable work on the British Library anthology Celtic Weird, Mains delivers an anthology that captures the essence of the supernatural.
This captivating collection features a treasure trove of eighteen strange tales that delve deep into Scotland's rich literary heritage. You’ll encounter celebrated authors including:
In addition to these literary giants, Scotland the Strange incorporates rare gems from lesser-known writers, with two haunting tales translated from Scots Gaelic, enriching the cultural tapestry of this anthology.
Each story resonates with the profound essence of Scottish folklore, filled with wonders of witches, ghosts, devils, and merfolk. Through these narratives, readers are transported to the misty moors and craggy cliffs of the Highlands. This anthology not only pays homage to the legacy of Scottish literature but also encapsulates the bizarre mythology and twentieth-century hauntings that define Scotland's narrative landscape.
With its award-winning curation and enthralling tales, Scotland the Strange : Weird Tales from Storied Lands is a must-have for anyone captivated by the uncanny and the mysterious, ensuring chills as refreshing as the wild, wind-whipped landscapes that inspired these narratives.
ISBN: | 9780712354547 |
Author: | Johnny Mains |
Format: | Hardback |
Imprint: | British Library Publishing |
Publisher: | British Library Publishing |
Dimensions: | 155 x 218 x 35 mm |
Publication Date: | 16 November, 2023 |
Pagination: | 320 pages |
Weight: | 774g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
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Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’