TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «ORKNEY»
The term «Orkney» is very widely used and occupies the
18.026 position in our list of most widely used terms in the
English dictionary.
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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «ORKNEY»
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Orkney in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
Orkney and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
They travel to the Orkney Islands, the ancient Mesolithic and Neolithic site north of the Scottish coast, “the Seal Islands,” a barren place of extraordinary beauty.
In this book, photographer Gunnie Moberg presents over a hundred views of Orkney that capture not only the awesome natural beauty of the place and its rich heritage of buildings and monuments, but also the people who live there.
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Walking on the
Orkney and Shetland Isles: 80 Walks in the ...
This book is a must for anyone wanting to explore this diverse landscape on foot.
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The Northern Isles:
Orkney and Shetland
This book recreates the physical environment in which the people lived, their crops and livestock, the harvest of the sea, their houses, the food they ate.
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Orkneyinga Saga: The History of the Earls of
Orkney
A Norse saga recounts the conquest of the northern Scottish isles by the Viking kings of Norway during the ninth century
Hermann Pálsson, Paul Geoffrey Edwards, 1981
'Taut with tension and an air of authority that stems from Knight's expertise in Scottish History' -- Irish Times
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St. Magnús of
Orkney: A Scandinavian Martyr-Cult in Context
This book looks at the emergence of the cult of St Magnus, earl of Orkney (d. 1117), and the literary corpus composed in his honour. Both aspects are examined from a wider Scandinavian and European perspective.
This guide to Orkney and Shetland was first published in 1920 as part of the Cambridge County Geographies.
J. G. F. Moodie Heddle, T. Mainland, 2012
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Lonely Planet
Orkney Islands: Chapter from Scotland's ...
This guide is the result of research by dedicated authors and local experts who immersed themselves in the Orkney Islands, finding unique experiences, and sharing practical and honest advice, so you come away informed and amazed.
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The History of
Orkney Literature
Charting the development of the distinctly Orcadian strand within Scottish Literature since the middle ages, this concise study illustrates how the archipelago, rather than the nation, can be the defining locus of a compact and vibrant ...
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «ORKNEY»
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Orkney is used in the context of the following news items.
Cup glory for reds and blues in thrilling inter-county
An entertaining, high tempo and hard-fought encounter was played out in Brae as the Shetland ladies hockey team faced rivals Orkney in this ... «Shetland Times Online, Jul 15»
Suspected drugs seized following Orkney operation
police scotland logo Police have issued further details on the search operations which took place in Orkney earlier this week, saying that a ... «The Orcadian, Jul 15»
Council E-bikes now available in Orkney
New electric bikes are now available for hire in Orkney as part of a green travel project. The E-bikes initiative is part of the Council's wider ... «Island News & Advertiser, Jul 15»
Electric cycling in Orkney
Cycle Orkney won the bid as the provider and will manage the day to day bookings of the bikes as well as service and maintain them for the ... «Herald Scotland, Jul 15»
First heritage fundraising courses to be run on Orkney in September
Heritage organisations in Orkney are set to benefit from a two-day programme on Orkney, the first time that the training has extended beyond ... «UK Fundraising, Jul 15»
Changes to Orkney Ferries Sailings
Tomorrow's (July, 21) Orkney Ferries sailings to Papa Westray and North Ronaldsay have changed route due to operational requirements. «The Orcadian, Jul 15»
New chief to oversee Orkney's health and social care integration
Caroline (pictured), has been head of service and chief social work officer with Orkney Health and Care, a partnership arrangement between ... «Care Appointments, Jul 15»
Orkney FC lose out to ten men Halkirk on penalities
Orkney FC lost to Halkirk United in the AJG Parcels North of Scotland Cup in heartbreaking fashion this afternoon as they lost 4-2 on penalties ... «The Orcadian, Jul 15»
Orkney Locals Turn Lost Luggage Lemons Into Wedding Day …
Thanks to the kindness of locals around Orkney, a bride had a treasure trove of something borrowed. Mashable's Sam Haysom reports on the ... «TravelPulse, Jul 15»
Orkney Museum gives students hands-on experience with timeless …
An exhibition is opening this week through a collaboration between Orkney Museum and the University of Highlands and Islands. The museum ... «The Orcadian, Jul 15»
