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A selection of new titles...
Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of the Isle of Man by Jonathan Kewley
£45.00
Pre-order, due to be published 28 March 2023 The first Pevsner volume to explore the Isle of Man's unique architectural inheritance The Isle of Man has had many incarnations - a land of Celtic monks, the realm of the Norse sea-kings, the petty kingdom of the Earls of Derby, a nest of Georgian smugglers, the retreat of genteel Regency debtors, a major destination for Edwardian North Country holidaymakers, and more recently a "financial centre." All have left their mark on its architecture, from early crosses and medieval castles to the domestic architecture of M. H. Baillie Scott via thatched cottages, yeomen's farmhouses, and promenades of stuccoed hotels. This unique inheritance has never hitherto been given its due either on or off the island. Drawing on much original research, set out in the usual Pevsner gazetteer format, this volume aims to rectify that. Format : Hardback 524 pages, 113 color + 50 b-w illus. Publisher : Yale University Press Published : 28 Mar 2023 Dimensions:216 x 114 (mm) 
The Silence of Summerland by Ruth McQuillan-Wilson
£11.95
Although the diastrous and fatal fire at Summerland in 1973, and the enquiries that followed, offered valuable insights, it appears that much has still to be learned. The Grenfell Tower fire in London reminded us of the danger of overlooking what has gone before. Through personal experiences and recollections this book documents how far-reaching the consequences of Summerland have been and demonstrates why the lessons it taught must never be forgotten. Author and Summerland survivor Ruth McQuillan-Wilson has spent nearly fifty years pondering the reasons behind the disaster while also examining similar events worldwide. Format : Softback, A5 Pages : 248 Publication Date : 1st February 2023 Publisher : Lily Publications 
A Tail’s Tale – An adventure of a Manx cat by Jane Leece
£5.75
illustrated by Julia Ashby Smyth A Children’s book based on the Isle of Man. Join Ben, a Manx Cat, on his exciting adventure around the beautiful Isle of Man on his mission to find himself. Beautifully illustrated with English and Manx text. Format : Softback 210 x 210 mm Language : English and Manx Pages : 32 Publication Date : 6th January 2023 Publisher : Lily Publications 
100 Years of the Manx Grand Prix by David Wright
£28.50
Celebrating 100 years of the Manx Grand Prix in 2023. By David Wright. Hardback, 212 pages, published November 2022. Published by The Manx Motor Cycle Club Ltd NB. Price includes a postage supplement of £3.50 due to the weight of the book (1.5kg). The Isle of Man Mountain Course is acknowledged as the most formidable of racing circuits. Best known for the annual Tourist Trophy (TT) meeting contested by professional motorcycle racers, for 100 years it has also proved irresistibly appealing to the amateur racers who contest the Manx Grand Prix (MGP), many of whom have gone on to success at the TT and a select few have become World Champions. This is the story of the 'Manx', its riders, races, its organisation by the Manx Motor Cycle Club and its turbulent 100 years of challenging the Isle of Man Mountain Course. With a lap distance of 37.4 miles, the Course runs over the Island's ordinary roads, through towns, villages and open countryside, before climbing the side of a mountain and then plunging back down to sea level. Many consider it to be the ultimate bike ride! 
Ramsey: Past & Present by Ray Stanfield
£14.95
New, published October 2022 With Ramsey Bay offering a safe haven to shipping, and the Sulby River creating a usable harbour, Ramsey grew to serve the needs of the seafaring community. It is the most low-lying town on the Isle of Man and the one considered most at risk from overtopping. Occasionally the sea invades the town and Ramsey locals, as their predecessors have done for centuries, pay the price for their proximity to the waves. One hundred years ago fishermen offered their wares at the quayside, children played in the sea and streets of the old town, and tourists landed by steamer on the iron pier. Ramsey has changed. In the 1960s and ‘70s much of the oldest part of the town was swept away by developers. Only photographs and postcards such as those in this book can now show us parts of Ramsey’s past. Cover: softback Extent: 128 pages Size: 210 mm x 210 mm 
Wreck of the Racehorse by Brian King
£14.95
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout. THE WRECK OF THE RACEHORSE Racehorse was an eighteen-gun sailing ship, a sloop of war, in the early nineteenth century. On 14 December 1822, on what should have been a routine visit, Racehorse wrecked on the Skerranes, a reef of rocks off the southern coast of the Isle of Man. The efforts of the Manxmen of Castletown to save those on board proved to be a catalyst in the founding of what became Royal National Lifeboat Institute, the RNLI. One hundred and fifty years later a group of volunteer divers from the Isle of Man rediscovered the wreck and began the slow process of underwater excavation. Written by one of the divers who found the wreck, and including documents such as the captain’s report to the admiralty, and the minutes of the crew’s court martial, this book offers an unrivalled view of an unparalleled event in maritime history. Pieced together from evidence in contemporary documents and backed up by artefacts found on the seabed The Wreck of the Racehorse tells the story of how HMS Racehorse was lost – and found. Cover: softback Extent: 68 pages Size: 297 mm x 210 mm Ordering online?
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Jackie Morris "Books Are My Bag" Tote Bag
Jackie Morris Tote Bag - Limited edition 2022
£12.99
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout. Books Are My Bag Limited-Edition Bag 2022, designed by Jackie Morris. All natural 8 oz canvas shoppers – Digital Print 380mm W x 430mm H Long handled shopper with gusset 100% cotton canvas
Supplied by the Booksellers' Associatio and produced by The Clever Baggers UkulelesTravel Ukulele - Sakura- FLIGHT
£52.50
Only a few left! Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders over £20 using code MANXSHIP This soprano ukulele comes with a free kit bag. The Travel Series is a truly unique range of ukuleles. They are made almost entirely from ABS plastic, but with a wooden top. The TUS35 has a linden plywood top with wiped colour satin finish. The arched back, plastic body allows for great sound projection, but also fantastic durability. There is no binding between the body and neck, which is also plastic and so will not bend. This ukulele is perfect for beginners, for players that need a portable uke but also for players looking for something a bit different. Body Shape - Soprano (12 frets) Top - Linden Back & Sides - ABS Bridge - ABS Neck - ABS Fretboard - ABS Nut & Saddle - ABS Position Markers - 5th, 7th, 10th and 12th frets. Premium Features - Zero Fret, Wooden Top, Arched back, Open Geared Tuners, ABS Fretboard, Side Dots. Sunset Travel Ukulele - FLIGHT
£59.99
Only a few left! Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders over £20 using code MANXSHIP TUSEE Elise Ecklund Sunset Travel Uke “There’s something truly magical about a sunset. No matter where you are in the world, you can admire the beautiful colors streamed across the sky. The times I have watched a sunset over the mountains, I’ve felt adventurous, free, inspired, and a sense of peace. I wanted to capture this feeling on a ukulele. This soprano travel uke is for music lovers of every level, whether you are just starting out or have been playing for years. Pick it up and take it on every adventure with you.” Elise Ecklund The Flight Travel Series is a truly unique array of ukuleles. They are made almost entirely from ABS plastic, but with a wooden top. This model is has been designed in collaboration with Flight artist Elise Ecklund and has a beautiful design. It has a linden plywood top. The arched back, plastic body allows for great sound projection, but also fantastic durability. There is no binding between the body and neck, which is also plastic and so will not bend. This ukulele is perfect for beginners, for players that need a portable uke but also for players looking for something a bit different. Body Shape - Soprano (12 frets) Top - Linden Back & Sides - ABS Bridge - ABS Neck - ABS Fretboard - ABS Nut & Saddle - ABS Position Markers - 5th, 7th, 10th and 12th frets. Premium Features - Zero Fret, Wooden Top, Arched back, Open Geared Tuners, ABS Fretboard, Side Dots. Free of charge gig bag. Travel Ukulele - White & Pink - FLIGHT TUS-MARTY MARTY DOMINGUEZ TRAVEL UKULELE
£54.99
Only a few left! Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders over £20 using code MANXSHIP Tus-Marty Marty Dominguez Travel Ukulele This soprano ukulele comes with a free kit bag. The Travel Series is a truly unique range of ukuleles. They are made almost entirely from ABS plastic, but with a wooden top. The TUS35 has a linden plywood top with wiped colour satin finish. The arched back, plastic body allows for great sound projection, but also fantastic durability. There is no binding between the body and neck, which is also plastic and so will not bend. This ukulele is perfect for beginners, for players that need a portable uke but also for players looking for something a bit different. Body Shape - Soprano (12 frets) Top - Linden Back & Sides - ABS Bridge - ABS Neck - ABS Fretboard - ABS Nut & Saddle - ABS Position Markers - 5th, 7th, 10th and 12th frets. Premium Features - Zero Fret, Wooden Top, Arched back, Open Geared Tuners, ABS Fretboard, Side Dots. |
New Isle of Man leisure maps...
Isle of Man Outdoor Leisure Map
£11.90
£8.90
New editions (2021) of the Isle of Man Outdoor Leisure Maps for both North and South of the Isle of Man available to purchase together at special price. Produced in full colour, scale 2.5 inches to 1 mile. 
Weather Proof Isle of Man Outdoor Leisure Map
£19.98
£15.95
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout. Weather proof editions (2021) of the Isle of Man Outdoor Leisure Maps for both North and South of the Isle of Man available to purchase together at special price. Produced in full colour, scale 2.5 inches to 1 mile. New Manx Titles...
Isle of Man Glen Walks
£4.95
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout The Isle of Man is blessed with a large number of beautiful wooded glens, usually with streams or rivers running through them. There are 18 National Glens which are kept in the same semi-natural state as they were a century ago. The clearly-designated paths lead the walker through woodland with a variety of tree species, attractive bushes and ferns, alongside tumbling stream with waterfalls, cascades and rockpools. Most are easy walks, a few include steeper sections which offer dramatic views – many have unusual and historic buildings. The book includes a further 8 walks in tranquil public glens – both in the heart of the countryside and in towns. If you are interested in shorter walks exploring Manx glens each with their own character this book is for you. Author : Alan Cooper Softback, A5 Pages : 48 Publication Date : Easter 2022 
Favourite Manx Walks
£9.95
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout The author has lived in the Isle of Man for over twenty years. He has walked the hills, countryside, glens and coast of the Island extensively and has learned about the history and interesting stories of these places. This guide offers some of the walks from previous publications that have been popular with readers, together with many new routes. The 30 walks described here will take you through all the different landscapes of the Isle ofMan – upland moors, valleys, glens, tranquil rural landscapes, dramatic cliffs and deserted sea shores. The walks range from 4 to 13 miles: they are mostly circular and accessible by car and public transport. If you are interested in exploring the rich diversity of the Isle of Man’s countryside and coast, and becoming informed along the way, this book is for you. Author : Alan Cooper Softback, A5 Pages : 112 Publication Date : Easter 2022 
Barbed Wire University by David Hannigan
£21.99
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout. The Untold Story of the Interned Jewish Intellectuals Who Turned an Island Prison into the Most Remarkable School in the World Format : Hardback 232 pages Black & White Photographs Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Imprint : The Lyons Press IPublished : 15 Dec 2021 Classifications : Isle of Man, c 1939 to c 1945 (including WW2), Second World War, Jewish studies Dimensions:237 x 293 x 24 (mm) Barbed Wire University tells the extraordinary tale of Winston Churchill's internment of some of the most gifted Jewish refugee writers, professors, artists and painters of their generation in a camp on the Isle of Man in the Irish Sea. These were men who had fled Hitler's Germany, found refuge in Britain and then in the hysteria of 1940 were held in captivity as a perceived security threat. They turned the camp-Camp Hutchinson-into a school, concert hall and artistic community. Using memoirs and diaries, some of which have only recently become available in archives, Dave Hannigan pieces together a richly detailed account of what these remarkable men did during their time in captivity. This is a forgotten corner of World War II and the way these men constructed a Bohemian idyll in the middle of the Irish Sea, their freedom taken from them, is an extraordinary tale of grit and creativity. 
The Manx Cad By John Cannan
£8.95
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout. The Remarkable Story of Alfred Curphey, Squire of Ballamoar He bought Ballamoar from the Isle of Man Bank, knocked it down and built something grander. He was then given the unofficial title of Squire by the Ramsey Courier – not at all bad for the son of a widowed housekeeper whose husband had died in a lunatic asylum. Locals got used to seeing Curphey’s exotic visitors in the town, possibly being chauffeured in his Brasier car, one of the first cars on the island. And yet Curphey had no reliable income. His money came from speculation and sponging. Unusually for a Manx book most of the ‘action’ doesn’t happen on the Isle of Man. Curphey was a traveller, visiting various states of America, Mexico and Egypt, usually by the most up-to-date means and staying in first class hotels. He rubbed shoulders with the rich and famous including the composer Giacomo Puccini and the writer Agatha Christie. Almost always such luxury was paid for by someone else’s wife. Curphey wanted to cut a dash and didn’t seem to mind how he did it. Whether he was providing tea for groups of local Manx schoolchildren, or working as a British secret agent, or seducing the wife of a robber baron, Curphey got noticed. He may have been unscrupulous to the point of villainy but he had a very interesting life. Format Paperback | 48 pages Dimensions 210 x 210 x 5mm Publication date 03 May 2022 Publisher Loaghtan Books Illustrations note 32 colour and black and white images 
Song Of The Hawthorn by Beth Martin
£10.00
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout. Paperback, A5 Song of the Hawthorn is a collection of short stories by Beth Martin, based on her experiences at Smeale Farm in Andreas, Isle of Man, which has been in the Martin family for centuries. Each tale is told from the first-person viewpoint of an animal or insect – and even by the hawthorn tree itself. Beautifully and often wittily observed, the book is a testament to Beth’s engagement with the natural world of the farm: polecats, bees, earthworms, spiders, frogs, ravens and many more. The tale-tellers recount their lives from birth, their adventures once grown and, sometimes, their foreknowledge of their deaths. In doing so, they impart to us both facts and anxieties: the frog who must keep his body moist because he breathes through his skin, or the queen of the hive who is conscious that her life is drawing to its close and that she will soon ‘cease to bee’. Adamant Adam ant who strays too far from his own colony, or the young barn owl who must learn to hunt for herself for the first time. The earthworm underneath the plough and the ladybird caught up in the blades of the combine harvester – what will become of them? Some tales end with a little verse. These whimsical rhymes are an extra delight and have a folksy, almost timeless, charm of their own. Watercolour illustrations by Carola Colley complement each story, entwining Beth’s creatures with celtic patterns. I particularly liked the ‘jumper-the-rumper’ frogs! All in all, a lovely book that reminds us of the inter-connectedness of life and the close affinity it is possible – in fact essential – to have with the world of nature that surrounds us even when it is hidden from view. This collection of fictional short stories were inspired by and conceived at Smeale Farm and refined by breezes and sea salt. Narrated by the creatures that dwell in this stunning landscape, the tales explore both the joys and harsh realities of farming life and the natural world. “There is tenderness, darkness and a wonderful wry humour in these vivid tales which are bursting with life. From an adventuring ant to the polecat who didn’t like chicken, we are right there with Beth Martin’s tale-tellers, tasting, touching and smelling the world in a myriad different ways. Beth has a way of turning the ordinary into something extraordinary, getting under the skin of each character and enabling us to experience their lives in a way that’s full of wonder, without shying away from the often harsh realities of nature.” – Janet Lees, poet, artist and facilitator of creative writing classes “What a delight! Beth’s stories display their knowledge with a light and engaging touch, witty, charming and sometimes shocking as the realities of animal and insect life are revealed. From the new earthworm beginning its life in a ‘rice-grain of a cocoon’ to the queen of the hive who will soon ‘cease to bee’, Beth lays bare the life cycle of the natural world around her farm in all its teeming and relentless glory.” – Vicky Lloyd-West, co-author of Story from Stone About the author Beth Martin Beth grew up on a dairy farm and went on to study agriculture at Bangor University in Wales. She swore she would never marry a farmer. Somehow she did just that but at least he was a sheep and arable farmer with no milking involved. Steeped in history, Smeale Farm has been her home for many years and provided the inspiration for this collection of short stories. Covid 19 lockdown boredom gave her the time and incentive to write them down before she might expire. She hopes you will enjoy reading the tales as much as she enjoyed immersing herself in the lives of these extraordinary beings that we mostly take for granted. About the Illustrator Carola Colley Carola is a multi disciplinary artist who knows Smeale inside out, having spent many happy childhood moments staying with her grandparents who lived there, and later lived there for years herself, running art workshops just round the corner from Smeale Farm. Manx landscape, myth and histories have always provided huge inspiration to all her work and informed her illustrations for these stories. 
Death in the Mooragh by Judith C Davis
£8.99
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Use code MANXSHIP at checkout Fenella Kelly, widow, artist and guest house owner, faces eviction; her mortgage is about to expire. Her mother Marjorie wishes she would accept Charles Peake's offer for Bayview, so that they can all move on... Especially incontinent, wheelchair bound Grandmother Norah, who should be in a care home. So why won't Fenella agree?After all, Tom is moving to the other side of the island and Marjorie has a flat overlooking the Mooragh Park and lake. Marjorie resents spending time at Bayview, a place too steeped in memories. While Fenella remains stubbornly resistant to selling, she has in fact been questioning her humdrum life. Painting tourist scenes and catering for greedy guests is all very well, but celibacy is dreary, whilst the unexpected return of Peter Quilliam to the island has stirred dormant desires. While Fenella daydreams, Marjorie seethes, until an unexpected guest comes to stay. Nothing will be the same again. Format:Paperback / softback 328 pages Publisher:The Book Guild Ltd Published:28 Jun 2022 Classifications:Crime & mystery, Thriller / suspense Weight:414g Dimensions:138 x 217 x 34 (mm) 
The Ragged Valley by Joanne Clague
£8.99
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more, use code MANXSHIP at checkout. by Joanne Clague, Isle of Man resident. A page-turning and inspiring Sheffield saga : 1 From the wreckage, they must piece together new lives for themselves...Determined not to waste his life toiling for his cruel brother, Silas, the second son of a farmer, arrives in town to seek his fortune. Harriet has reconciled herself to a life no better than domestic service for her austere uncle. And John Gunson, Chief Engineer at the Sheffield Waterworks Company, has just completed his crowning glory - the Dale Dyke dam. But one stormy night, the unthinkable happens. The dam bursts. A wall of water is unleashed, destroying everything in its path. The aftershocks of the flood reach far beyond that night, with consequences that could never have been foreseen. Fatefully brought together, Silas and Harriet must now contend with their families as new love blooms. Meanwhile, Gunson faces not only an angry community but also a court of inquest looking for a scapegoat. Can any good come from the disaster, and will justice be served for those who lost everything?A thrilling saga inspired by the real events of the Great Sheffield Flood, perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Emma Hornby and Elisabeth McNeill. Praise for The Ragged Valley'A powerful and absorbing story and an impressive debut. Her passion for the era and area in which she writes shines through. A 'dam' good read!' Emma Hornby'A fabulous debut by a new saga author!' AnneMarie Brear'Combines real people and fictional characters in a story both tragic and inspiring as Silas and Harriet overcome their brush with death.' Libby Ashworth'Terrific characters - from endearing to dastardly - and an exciting storyline kept me turning the pages, eager to find out what happened next.' Lesley Eames'The Ragged Valley delivers a captivating insight into a part of Sheffield history long forgotten. Silas and Harriet's relationship is tender and at times thwarted. An authentic story with motivating characters.' Sylvia Broady'A gorgeous debut from new saga author Joanne Clague! Written with passion and attention to detail, Clague leaves no stone unturned, bringing to life the Great Sheffield Flood of 1864 and the people who lived through it. Hard choices, starting over, and family are at the heart of this novel, and a must read for saga fans.' Andie Newton, USA Today bestselling author of The Girls from the Beach'This is a total five stars for me. I'd never heard of the Sheffield flood before, but this novel brings it all to life. End of the book had me in tears. This is historical fiction at its best.' Reader review'I adored this book.These characters are so real that when the unthinkable happens... it's truly gut-wrenching. The Ragged Valley is the start of something epic.' Reader review'It had me hooked from the first page. The writing is gorgeous and the characters instantly come alive. It's a wonderful romance with a lot of heart. A beautifully written book that I highly recommend for lovers of saga, romance or historical novels.' Reader review Series:The Sheffield Sagas Format:Paperback / softback 336 pages Publisher:Canelo Published:2 Jun 2022 Classifications:North & North East England, c 1800 to c 1900, Romance, Historical romance, Sagas, Historical fiction, Family & relationships Dimensions:129 x 196 x 27 (mm) 
Tomato Cain by Nigel Kneale intoduction by Mark Gatiss
£14.99
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more. Add code MANXSHIP at checkout. Originally published in 1949, Tomato Cain and Other Stories is the sole collection of short fiction by Nigel Kneale. Drawing on his experiences of growing up on the Isle of Man, many of Kneale's tales conjure up a remote, old-fashioned community where mythology and superstition are part of everyday life. Several stories go further, making imaginative leaps into the kind of weird, eerie territory with which Kneale would go on to make his name, as the writer of TV's Quatermass, The Road, Beasts and The Stone Tape. Though garlanded with praise on publication - it won its author the 1950 Somerset Maugham Award - Tomato Cain has long since been out of print. This new edition is published to mark the centenary of Kneale's birth, uniting the stories from both the original UK and US editions for the first time ever. It's sure to delight Kneale's legions of fans and indeed all admirers of skilfully-crafted short stories. Format : Hardback Publisher : Comma Press Published : 18 Aug 2022 Dimensions:198 x 129 (mm) 
Wild Enthusiasm by Steve Wright
£20.00
Only a few left! No need to travel halfway round the globe to spot iconic wildlife - it's right here on our doorstep in the UK and Steve Wright, keen amateur naturalist, travels from the Isle of Man to Norfolk, to the Orkneys, Northern Ireland and everywhere in-between on his various short holiday expeditions, clutching his specific wildlife wish-list for each trip. The result is an inspiring and engaging diary of his personal encounters with white-tailed eagles, otters, bottlenose dolphins, fulmars, puffins, osprey, sand lizards, even red-necked wallabies. And the characters he meets on the way. He hears snipe drumming, watches a shrew in Wales, admires pilot whales off Lewis. Steve's wildlife travel diaries give excellent practical tips, such as bird-hide etiquette, how to identify birds on the wing, how to consult local wildlife rangers about what might be spotted on each outing and where to find that species. But most importantly his highly-readable wildlife travels are a call to others to book themselves in to pubs and small hotels the length and breadth of Britain and follow his example, for a series of fun British wildlife safaris. Format : Hardback 256 pages Publisher : Merlin Unwin Books Published : 8 Sep 2022 Weight:588g Dimensions:165 x 242 x 31 (mm)
Ramsey: Past & Present by Ray Stanfield
£14.95
New, published October 2022 With Ramsey Bay offering a safe haven to shipping, and the Sulby River creating a usable harbour, Ramsey grew to serve the needs of the seafaring community. It is the most low-lying town on the Isle of Man and the one considered most at risk from overtopping. Occasionally the sea invades the town and Ramsey locals, as their predecessors have done for centuries, pay the price for their proximity to the waves. One hundred years ago fishermen offered their wares at the quayside, children played in the sea and streets of the old town, and tourists landed by steamer on the iron pier. Ramsey has changed. In the 1960s and ‘70s much of the oldest part of the town was swept away by developers. Only photographs and postcards such as those in this book can now show us parts of Ramsey’s past. Cover: softback Extent: 128 pages Size: 210 mm x 210 mm 
Mona Sings by Annie Kissack
£7.99
New, published October 2022 Mona Sings is a collection of poems by the Fifth Manx Bard, Annie Kissack, and inspired by her homeland, the Isle of Man. It’s a rare thing to be moved to tears by a poem, but this happened to me several times while reading this quietly dazzling collection. While there are glimmers of Eliot and echoes of R.S. Thomas, Annie Kissack’s voice is assuredly her own. This is a pure voice; you know each poem to be the truth. These are poems to be transported by, to lose yourself in, time and time again. Janet Lees, Poet, artist and poetry film-maker 'If I could paint, I would paint this land for you.' Yet, Annie Kissack does just that for us, in words rich in old bones, Celtic myths and childhood memories. She breathes a vivacious pattern into this perhaps 'departing language' and importantly, fixes oral traditions in print. Nor are they all pasts...as the 'mushroom fashionistas’ proclaim. This is the untaught history made colourful, relevant and alive for all of us. Any reader from beyond the Isle of Man will surely want to join her both in her 'bright spots' and with 'the shadows looking down on lonely places’. Thank you Annie for this treasure of a collection. Beth McDonough, Makar, Federation of Writers (Scotland) 2022 
Yesterday's Dirt by Stuart Steen McFaull
£12.99
Free delivery to Isle of Man addresses for orders of £20 or more, use code MANXSHIP at checkout. Paperback, published 20 October 2022 After his Mother’s suicide, Dylan Blakeney is spiralling. Paralysed by grief and accompanied by a band of troubled misfits, Dylan embarks on a hedonistic quest for oblivion that will leave him on the brink. Set in the sleepy, beautiful, yet haunting isolation of the Isle of Man, ‘Yesterday’s Dirt’ is an unflinching, darkly comic look at the pain that suicide leaves behind, asking the question ‘is love enough to save us?’ A story of mother and son. Love and death. Fear and loathing. Gift vouchers for our shops...£10 Gift Voucher to spend in store
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Wild Enthusiasm by Steve Wright
£20.00
Only a few left! No need to travel halfway round the globe to spot iconic wildlife - it's right here on our doorstep in the UK and Steve Wright, keen amateur naturalist, travels from the Isle of Man to Norfolk, to the Orkneys, Northern Ireland and everywhere in-between on his various short holiday expeditions, clutching his specific wildlife wish-list for each trip. The result is an inspiring and engaging diary of his personal encounters with white-tailed eagles, otters, bottlenose dolphins, fulmars, puffins, osprey, sand lizards, even red-necked wallabies. And the characters he meets on the way. He hears snipe drumming, watches a shrew in Wales, admires pilot whales off Lewis. Steve's wildlife travel diaries give excellent practical tips, such as bird-hide etiquette, how to identify birds on the wing, how to consult local wildlife rangers about what might be spotted on each outing and where to find that species. But most importantly his highly-readable wildlife travels are a call to others to book themselves in to pubs and small hotels the length and breadth of Britain and follow his example, for a series of fun British wildlife safaris. Format : Hardback 256 pages Publisher : Merlin Unwin Books Published : 8 Sep 2022 Weight:588g Dimensions:165 x 242 x 31 (mm) |
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