The Swan, Shetland's Legacy of Sail

The Swan, Shetland's Legacy of Sail
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This is the story of the Swan – a unique survivor of the days of the sail herring drifters. Now beautifully restored she graces Shetland waters as a living tribute to the men who built and sailed these fine vessels and the women who gutted and packed the products of their labours.
 
Why has the local community invested over £250,000 in the restoration of an old herring boat? In this book you will find part of the answer. The Swan is a reminder of the boom years of the herring and her story reflects the ups and downs of the Shetland fishing industry through more than half a century from her launching at Freefield Dock, Lerwick, in 1900.
 
While this book outlines her historical importance there is another even less tangible reason for saving the Swan. To understand that you must sail on her. Then you may fully appreciate why it is so important to preserve and maintain her for future generations.

Part of the proceeds from the sale of this book will go to the Swan Trust.
Author James R. Nicolson
Binding Paperback
No of Pages 70pp
ISBN 1-898852-31-6
 
Price: £9.99
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