Saints and Sinners

Description

This scholarly and readable book by Iain Smith et al goes a long way to answering many questions.
The focus is on case studies, ranging from Professor Donald Mackenzie (1882 to 1941) from Aird Point to Murdo (Crola) Macdonald the self taught postman and scholar (1907 to 1940). The latter history moves one to tears when reading about the efforts made by this gifted man.
There are poets, explorers, theologians, teachers and academics in this book.

This is a wonderful, delightful and entertaining book which brings to life a Hebridean and Scottish world which has long passed away. It is also an informative contribution to understanding the educational traditions of old Scotland and how they could provide opportunities for a better life for at least some of those who possessed the ability and the work ethic to succeed, no matter their background.
Professor Emeritus Sir Tom Devine
The University of Edinburgh