Dive into the captivating world of Scotland's maritime history with this beautifully crafted hardcover book by Gloria Wilson. Measuring at 216 x 216 mm, this paperback edition spans 138 pages filled with rich narratives and stunning visuals. From the famed Peterhead yard of Richard Irvin & Sons, Gloria presents an enthralling exploration of wooden, cruiser sterned fishing boats that shaped a distinctive and fading maritime culture in the latter half of the twentieth century. Accompanied by almost one hundred photographs, Wilson's expressive storytelling brings to life the boats and the skilled individuals who built them, preserving local knowledge and cultural richness. This book is not just a collection of stunning images; it’s an invitation to appreciate the beauty of the commonplace and a testament to the passionate folklorists who seek to document our cultural heritage. Ship without worries—this product is in stock in New Zealand, ensuring you won’t face unexpected import charges or customs duties. Enjoy combined shipping for your convenience. Explore maritime folklore and the art of boatbuilding with Gloria Wilson's work today and keep this precious culture alive for future generations.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 216 x 216 mm
Pages: 138
Bind: paperback
Author: Gloria Wilson Publisher: Lodestar Books
Publication Date: 08-12-2017

Having recorded in pen and ink the Fishing Boats of Scotland which she loves, Gloria Wilson here focusses her attention on the Peterhead yard of Richard Irvin & Sons, and the wooden, cruiser sterned fishing boats for which it became renowned in the second half of the twentieth century. Almost one hundred of her own photographs accompany her account of the boats and the people who made up a distinctive and now disappearing maritime culture. As the naval architect and boatbuilder Paul Gartside writes in his Foreword: Gloria Wilson truly belongs in the tradition of the folklorists—individuals moved initially by the discovery of beauty in the commonplace who are then compelled to understand and record what they find… One hopes her example will spur others to similar effort, for the capturing of culture and local knowledge before it slips away is always a noble pursuit.

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