BOOKS
Shortlists for Scotland’s national book awards
The Saltire Society announced the shortlists for the 2019 Saltire Literary Awards, as well as two brand new prizes, at an event in Edinburgh this...
Remembering the lost regiments of Britain
From the very beginning, regiments formed the backbone of the British Army. It is a single institution that reflects the way the people of Britain...
An indispensible guide to historical Orkney
Despite lying only 20 miles north of mainland Scotland, for much of its history Orkney has related more to Scandinavian culture. Its particular ecosystem means...
A celebration of four breathtaking Scots islands
Beyond the British shores and straight out to sea lie the most exquisite islands, just waiting to be explored. Lundy, Rockall, Dogger and Fair Isle...
