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Into the Peatlands

Robin Crawford · 2018

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"The peatlands of the Outer Hebrides are half land, half water. In this book Robin A. Crawford explores the peatlands over the course of the year, explaining how they have come to be and examining how peat has been used from the Bronze Age onwards. In describing the seasonal processes of cutting, drying, stacking, storing and burning he reveals one of the key rhythms of island life, but his study goes well beyond this to include many other aspects, including the wildlife and folklore associated with these lonely, watery places. He also reflects on the historical and cultural importance that peat has played, and continues to play."--Provided by publisher.

Book details

Year
2018
Language
English
Publisher
Birlinn
Editions
3
Pages
272
ISBN
9781780275598

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