Lewis: In History and Legend: The East Coast - Softcover

Lawson, Bill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1841583693 ISBN 13: 9781841583693

Publisher: Birlinn Ltd, 2011

Synopsis

The Isle of Lewis, the largest and most populous of the islands of the Outer Hebrides, has had an eventful history which stretches back thousands of years. In this eagerly awaited second volume of Lewis in History and Legend, Bill Lawson deals with the townships of the east coast of the island, from Tolsta in the north to the boundary with Harris in the south, and with Stornoway, the commercial and administrative capital of the island. In his own inimitable style, he traces the story of the island from earliest times to the present day, describing the landscape and the physical remains of the past. More importantly, however, he excels in charting the history of the people themselves, weaving his way through the centuries with stories drawn from documented sources, oral tradition, Gaelic song and from his own experiences of many years travelling around the island and researching the history of its families. The result is a unique insight in to the way of life and history of an island.

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About the Author

Bill Lawson founded the genealogy centre Co Leis Thu? and is genealogical consultant to Northton Heritage Trust, which now runs this research service. He has written over 36 books on the genealogies and history of the Western Isles and has an unrivalled knowledge of the history of emigration from the area. He regularly researches and lectures in North America and Australia. He lives in Northton, Harris.

Edition details

• Publisher: Birlinn Ltd
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1841583693
• ISBN 13: 9781841583693
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 272