The story of generations of a Scottish fishing community
The story of several generations of a Scottish West Coast fishing community – taking us from the last century when fishermen went off to sea in rowing boats through to the present day, where fishing vessels are now electronic masterpieces.
Echo sounders have now taken over from instinct, but the old traditions and superstitions still apply, and family links are still strong, the same fishermens’ names appearing generation after generation. And the women still play their part, but no longer follow the boats from harbour to harbour to gut the fish; instead they stay at home, listening to the weather forecast on the radio, anxious about the terrors of crowded shipping lanes and the dangers of iced-up fishing gear.
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‘Henderson writes from a position of uncompromising humanity. A strong, atmospheric writer with gifts of insight, she has a sharp and tarry black humour, so while she attacks the objects of her wrath, she leavens the battle with a running current of dark and infectious wit.’ Glasgow Sunday Herald
· The story of several generations of a Scottish West Coast fishing community – taking us from the last century when fishermen went off to sea in rowing boats through to the present day, where fishing vessels are now electronic masterpieces.
· Echo sounders have now taken over from instinct, but the old traditions and superstitions still apply, and family links are still strong, the same fishermens’ names appearing generation after generation. And the women still play their part, but no longer follow the boats from harbour to harbour to gut the fish; instead they stay at home, listening to the weather forecast on the radio, anxious about the terrors of crowded shipping lanes and the dangers of iced-up fishing gear.
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Book Description Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003255772
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Good. The story of generations of a Scottish fishing community * The story of several generations of a Scottish West Coast fishing community -- taking us from the last century when fishermen went off to sea in rowing boats through to the present day, where fishing vessels are now electronic masterpieces. * Echo sounders have now taken over from instinct, but the old traditions and superstitions still apply, and family links are still strong, the same fishermens' names appearing generation after generation. And the women still play their part, but no longer follow the boats from harbour to harbour to gut the fish; instead they stay at home, listening to the weather forecast on the radio, anxious about the terrors of crowded shipping lanes and the dangers of iced-up fishing gear. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR003263645
Book Description Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Seller Inventory # 7719-9780002261883
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Book Description Condition: Very Good. Shipped within 24 hours from our UK warehouse. Clean, undamaged book with no damage to pages and minimal wear to the cover. Spine still tight, in very good condition. Remember if you are not happy, you are covered by our 100% money back guarantee. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780002261883
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Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. Author signed, "best wishes, Meg Henderson" to title page. Book tight clean and crisp, no other markings. dust jacket tight and tear-free, unclipped, minor rubbing to panels. Size: 8vo. Signed by Author. Seller Inventory # L21749
Book Description hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Unclipped. Used: Good/Unclipped ; Sloped spine. Wear present.Discolouration present.Fold creasing present.Foxing.Scruff marks and small marks present on the front cover and back cover.Scruff mark present at the sides of page.Small mark present on a few pages. Tearing present. Stains present on front and back cover, at the sides of a few of the pages. Seller Inventory # E0181051
Book Description HARDCOVER. Condition: VERY GOOD. 1st Edition. 2002. Flamingo/ Harper Collins. First. Hardcover. Book-VG+. Dj-VG. A fictional story of three generations of women. Signed by author on title page: Best Wishes, Meg Henderson. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 1836699
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. SIGNED BY AUTHOR. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 017161