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    Birlinn

    Established in 1992, Birlinn Limited publishes books under a number of imprints: Birlinn; Polygon; BC Books; Arena Sport; and John Donald.

    The Birlinn imprint publishes Scottish and general UK interest books, from biography to history, military to politics, and Scottish Gaelic. The name comes from the old Norse word ‘birlinn’, meaning a long boat or small galley used especially in the Hebrides and West Highlands of Scotland in the Middle Ages.

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    Picture of The Unremembered Places: Exploring Scotland's Wild Histories

    The Unremembered Places: Exploring Scotland's Wild Histories

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    Picture of 101 Champagnes and other Sparkling Wines

    101 Champagnes and other Sparkling Wines

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    Whether you love prosecco, cava, cremant or champagne, the UK's love for all drinks sparkling and fizzy shows no sign of abating! Sparkling wine sales have increased by 76% in the last 5 years, and whatever your tipple, a delicious glass of fizz is no longer restricted to special anniversaries or occasions but is drunk all year round.
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    101 Rums to Try Before You Die

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    Picture of A Croft in the Hills

    A Croft in the Hills

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    Captures in descriptions, what it was really like trying to make a living out of a hill croft years ago. This book features a couple and their young daughter, who fresh from city life, immerse themselves in the practicalities of looking after sheep, cattle and hens, mending fences, baking bread and surviving the Scottish winters.
    Picture of A Description of the Western Islands of Scotland, Circa 1695: A Voyage to St Kilda

    A Description of the Western Islands of Scotland, Circa 1695: A Voyage to St Kilda

    £9.99
    This text offers Martin Martin's narrative of his journey around the Western Isles, with information on custom, tradition and life, and an account of St Kilda, published in 1697, and Sir Donald Monro, High Dean of the Isles, visit after the fall of the Lords of the Isles, written in 1549.
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    A Hebridean Alphabet

    £6.99
    A beautifully illustrated alphabet book for children aged 5-7 from award-winning children's author and illustrator Debi Gliori
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    A Hebridean Alphabet

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    A beautifully illustrated alphabet book for children aged 5-7 from award-winning children's author and illustrator Debi Gliori
    Picture of A Human Love Story: Journeys to the Heart

    A Human Love Story: Journeys to the Heart

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    A Last Wild Place: Seasons in the Wilderness

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    Picture of A Life in the Hills: The Katharine Stewart Omnibus

    A Life in the Hills: The Katharine Stewart Omnibus

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    Picture of A Richness of Martens: Wildlife Tales from the Highlands

    A Richness of Martens: Wildlife Tales from the Highlands

    £8.99
    A remarkable and insightful celebration of an endangered animal that has been vilified and persecuted for centuries, woven together with exquisite nature writing about one of the most beautiful parts of the Scottish Highlands.
    Picture of A Scots Song: A Life of Music

    A Scots Song: A Life of Music

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    A Scurry of Squirrels: Nurturing The Wild

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    Book Festival Trading Ltd (SC246802) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of the Edinburgh International Book Festival, which has its registered office at 121 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 4YN and is a company limited by guarantee (no SC79939) with charitable status (SC010120)
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