Author:
Angus Martin
Published:
2001
ISBN:
189986380X
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This is the oral history of forays to the Minches by fishermen of Ayrshire
and Kintyre - to what they called the "north". It is presented through
the men's memories and traditions as recorded and edited by historian
Angus Martin. As such it contains intimate details of the skills, courage
and humour of these sea-going hunters, rather than detailed descriptions
of the techniques involved. However, the book does explore "appearances"
or the fishermen's uncanny ability to interpret natural phenomena and
to see, smell, hear and feel the very presence of the herring beneath
the sea. This book offers a record of the working lives of 20th century
fishermen.
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