‘Barra: Episodes from an Island’s History’ looks at a dozen episodes of particular interest and importance in the history of Barra and the Bishop's Isles, from the time of the Pioneers who first settled the islands around 3500 BC to the Vatersay Raiders of 1906. Weaving together the evidence of archaeology, historical documents, and oral tradition this book provides a fascinating overview of six thousand years of Barra's history.

By Keith Branigan