SORLEY MACLEAN'S ISLAND

Poet Sorley Maclean explores the influence the isles of Raasay and Skye have had on his life and work.

1974 | col | sound

From this week's theme: Seachdain na Gàidhlig (World Gaelic Week) 2024

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