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An Island Odyssey: A Journey Through the Islands of Scotland

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By Hamish Haswell Smith

An Island Odyssey is a beautiful and evocative book that captures the essence of the Scottish islands. It is a must-read for anyone who loves the beauty of nature and the rich history of the Scottish people.

Hamish Haswell Smith is a gifted writer and photographer, and his book is a testament to his love of the Scottish islands. He has spent many years traveling to and exploring the islands, and his writing is filled with insights and observations that only someone who has truly experienced the islands could provide.

An Island Odyssey

by Hamish Haswell-Smith

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
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File size	:	74194 KB
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Print length	:	177 pages

The book is divided into four sections, each of which focuses on a different group of islands. The first section, "The Northern Isles," explores the islands of Orkney and Shetland. The second section, "The Western Isles," covers the islands of the Hebrides. The third section, "The Inner Hebrides," focuses on the islands of Arran, Bute, and the Small Isles. The fourth section, "The Firth of Clyde," explores the islands of Cumbrae, Ailsa Craig, and the Isle of Arran.

Each section of the book is beautifully illustrated with Smith's own photographs. These photographs capture the beauty of the islands' landscapes, people, and wildlife. They also provide a glimpse into the rich history of the islands, from the ancient ruins of the Vikings to the modern-day fishing villages.

An Island Odyssey is more than just a travelogue. It is a celebration of the Scottish islands and their people. Smith's writing is filled with love and passion for the islands, and he conveys this passion to the reader in every page of the book.

If you are looking for a book that will transport you to the beauty of the Scottish islands, then An Island Odyssey is the perfect book for you. It is a book that will stay with you long after you have finished reading it.

Here are some of the things that people are saying about An Island Odyssey:

"A beautifully written and photographed book that captures the essence of the Scottish islands." - The Guardian
"A must-read for anyone who loves the beauty of nature and the rich history of the Scottish people." - The Scotsman
"An Island Odyssey is a book that will stay with you long after you have finished reading it." - The Sunday Times