This edition is releasing to celebrate the release of the award winning film adaptation, starring Hermione Corfield, Will Fletcher and Mark Gatiss and directed by Richie Adams. Cinematic release set for May 2022 in UK and Irish cinemas. Winner of the Edinburgh International Film Festival Audience Award 2021. Kirsty MacLeod is a beautiful young woman, coveted by all the young men of her island village. She dreams of America, of following the setting sun west to a better life. She meets the ...

Built for the new age, the house stood boldly upright on the edge of the ocean withstanding the harsh blasts of a cruel century, nurturing and protecting the family within, watchful of hearts swollen or broken, dreams delivered and dashed. It had absorbed the tears and echoed the laughter. A sweeping saga of one family through a momentous century. Different people, divergent lives and distinctive stories. Bound together by the place they called home. But one of them is missing, lost to the...

A man tries to build for his future by reconnecting with his past, leaving behind the ruins of the life he has lived. Iain Martin hopes that by returning to his Hebridean roots and embarking on a quest to reconstruct the ancient family home, he might find new purpose. But then he uncovers a secret from the past.

When Cal MacCarl gets a phone call to his bachelor flat in Glasgow asking him to come to the bedside of his Aunt Mary, dying miles away on the Isle of Lewis, he embarks on a journey of discovery. With both his parents dead, his Aunt Mary is his only remaining blood link. When she goes he will be the last of the family line and he couldn't care less. In the days between his aunt's death and funeral he is drawn into the role of genealogy detective. In a place where everyone knows everything ...

Volume 18 of the series continues in the tradition of presenting a variety of stories that range from historical narratives to supernatural tales, all set against the backdrop of the Scottish Borders. Wilson's collection is celebrated for its vivid depiction of Scottish life, its exploration of local customs and legends, and its portrayal of characters who embody the resilience and spirit of Scotland's people.The tales often delve into themes of honor, loyalty, love, and the supernatural, ...

The Faa’s Revenge, And Other Tales by John Mackay Wilson is a captivating collection of stories steeped in Scottish folklore, myth, and legend. This audiobook transports listeners into a world of intrigue, adventure, and the supernatural, where every tale weaves a rich tapestry of local color, mystery, and moral lessons.Wilson’s stories explore the lives, struggles, and triumphs of his characters, often blending the ordinary with the extraordinary....

The Faas Revenge and Other Tales by John Mackay Wilson and various authors is a captivating anthology of short stories that blend suspense, drama, and timeless moral lessons. Each tale explores human nature, justice, and the consequences of actions, offering readers a rich tapestry of narrative styles and themes. Ideal for lovers of classic literature, short story enthusiasts, and those interested in early 19th-century storytelling, this collection highlights the artistry and insight of Wi...

A critical study analyzing exaggerated travel tales and separating fact from romanticized adventure narratives.

Dr. John Mackay arrived in Hong Kong in 1963 and has experienced in every major shift and development in the territory since then. He was for many years one of Hong Kong's most respected physicians, and was instrumental in the growth of one of the largest medical practices in the city. But in 1993, he decided that there was more to life than work and he resigned in order to travel the world and pursue a wide range of other interests. This book, the first volume in Dr. Mackay's memoirs, rel...

This book is the story of a changing Scotland as it was heard and seen by the people of Scotland. We all may have our ideas about where we are headed as nation and a society, but none of us knows. That makes what lies ahead so fascinating. Just like what's gone before. JOHN MacKAY John MacKay is one of Scotland's best known broadcasters. His career as a reporter, anchor and presenter has spanned from the Thatcher Years to the Independence Referendum and beyond. MacKay has been witness to t...

From Data to Insights is a practical guide to building a strategy that addresses the common issues faced by Data Analytics teams. Not enough time, too many requests, unhappy stakeholders, and colleagues with low team morale are just some of the problems caused by poor strategy and design.This guide will help managers avoid these pitfalls and improve team performance by focusing on long-term goals and strategic planning, ensuring your Data Analytics team can effectively support thei...

Frederic Jameson and Film Theory is the first collection of its kind, it assesses and critically responds to Fredric Jameson’s remarkable contribution to film theory. The essays assembled explore key Jamesonian concepts—such as totality, national allegory, geopolitics, globalization, representation, and pastiche—and his historical schema of realism, modernism, and postmodernism, considering, in both cases, how these can be applied, revised, expanded and challenged within film stud...