Between weathers - Ron McMillan

Nowadays they may be 'off the map' of British consciousness, but for two thousand years the Shetlands Islands have been a magnet to Vikings, explorers and traders from faraway lands. Inspired by this paradox and by their coastal splendour, Ron McMillan criss-srossed the islands to seek out their ancient treasures and explore the life of present-day shetlanders. Endlessly curious and wryly perceptive, his account brims with insights into the island's wildlife, archaeology and geology. Most of all it casts a warm light on the Shetlanders themselves. This is a narrative for lovers of enquiring, lyrical travel writing laced with humour.