Nature
Nature
A Naturalist’s Shetland (Poyser Natural History)
J. Laughton Johnston
J. Laughton Johnston
Shetland is a spectacular group of islands with a varied geology, a wonderful landscape and a special flora and fauna, peopled by a culture distinct within the British Isles. An isolated group, it has evolved several variants of species found elsewhere in Britain and forms a migratory waystation for birds in transit from the north to wintering grounds on the more temperate British mainland. In addition it supports a number of northern birds reaching their southern limit and therefore very uncommon on the British mainland. Some of Britain’s largest seabird colonies occur there supported by the rich ocean surrounding, also a haven for porpoise, whale and seal. Though fast changing, the crofting still leaves ample space for wet meadows rich in wild flowers, long vanished from more intensively managed farmland further south.
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Between Weathers, Travels in 21st Century Shetland
Ron McMillan
Ron McMillan
Ron McMillan criss-crossed Shetland to explore glorious land and seascapes, treasures both natural and manmade, and the lives of present-day Shetlanders. Endlessly curious and wryly perceptive, this account of his travels brims with insights into the islands’ wildlife, archaeology and geology. Most of all, it casts a warm and engaging light on Shetlanders themselves.
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Flowers from Shetland
Frances Taylor
Frances Taylor
Reproductions of the superbly high quality images of Francis Taylor. A book of postcards containing 15 usable cards portraying the native flowers of Shetland.
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Like a Mantle the Sea
Stella Shepherd
Stella Shepherd
Stella Shepherd writes of the struggle against the harsh climate on Papa Stour, and her friendship and affection towards the islanders, drawing the reader into the island way of life during the 1960's.
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North End of Eden
Christine De Luca
Christine De Luca
These poems explore concepts of identity, home and belonging, and of our connection with the land.
Drawing inspiration from medicine, history and religious and pagan legends, from modern and ancient sources, De Luca writes with equal fluency in both English and Shetlandic.
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Portrait of the Northern Isles
Graham Uney
Graham Uney
Every single island within the Northern Isles group has something to offer, and this book opens a window onto this magical land. Portrait of the Northern Isles is a magnificent collection of more than 140 photographs taken in all seasons within these wild island groups, introducing you to the savagely-beautiful landscape and gentle people of Orkney and Shetland.
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Rare Plants of Shetland
Walter Scott, Paul Harvey, Roger Riddington and Morag Fisher
Walter Scott, Paul Harvey, Roger Riddington and Morag Fisher
Published in 2002 this book provides an account of 138 of Shetland’s rarest plants. Their distribution in Shetland is mapped, and current population status described, including details of the threats facing those which are most vulnerable. This is an essential reference for anyone with an interest in Shetland’s flora and its conservation.
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Shetland Breeds
Posterity Press
Posterity Press
A compendium with principal essays by Andro Linklater; Valerie Russell; James R. Nicolson; Ronnie Eunson; Nancy Kohlberg; Lawrence Alderson; Richard H.L. Lutwyche. Edited by Nancy Kohlberg and Philip Kopper.
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Shetland Diaries
Simon King
Simon King
As seen on BBC Two
Long before he set foot on the islands, Big Cat Diary and Springwatch presenter, Simon King, fell in love with Shetland.
This book documents his experiences during his stay on the islands, from encounters with otters and seabirds to killer whales.
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Shetland Ponies Are…
Frances Taylor
Frances Taylor
Reproductions of the superbly high quality images of Francis Taylor. A book of postcards containing 15 usable cards portraying the native Shetland Pony in a range of moods.
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