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Embark on an enchanting odyssey through the Scottish Highlands with 'The Bone Cave', a captivating exploration of ancient tales and legends. Dougie Strang, our intrepid narrator, delves into the rich tapestry of folklore, tracing time-honoured stories to their geographical roots amidst Scotland's breathtaking and untamed landscapes.
As Strang traverses the rugged terrain on foot, pitching camp under starlit skies, he unearths profound connections between myth and reality. His journey offers a unique lens through which to examine the intricate relationships between people, place, and the natural world, shedding light on matters of cultural heritage, land stewardship, and our own intertwining with the environment.
Commencing his expedition as October unfurls, Strang finds himself accompanied by the primal chorus of rutting stags. This visceral soundtrack serves as a poignant reminder that, while mapping the ethereal realm of stories, our guide is simultaneously navigating the tangible, breathing landscape of the present.
Longlisted for the prestigious Highland Book Prize, 'The Bone Cave' promises a mesmerising fusion of myth and memory, inviting readers to lose themselves in the misty, magical world of Scottish folklore.
Book ISBN: | 9781780278353 |
Book Author: | Dougie Strang |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | Birlinn Ltd |
Book Publisher: | Birlinn General |
Book Dimensions: | 144 x 225 x 26 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2023-05-10 |
Book Pagination: | 256 pages, Maps |
Book Weight: | 366g |
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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