Rum
The author reaches Rum and is struck by the island's turbulent history of rental, ownership and clearance. Abridged by Anna Magnusson Read by Doon Mackichan.
Journalist Madeleine Bunting explores the history and landscapes of the Hebrides and demonstrates how this chain of islands in the North West has shaped both Scotland and Britain. The author reaches Rum, home to rich man's folly Kinloch Castle, and is struck by the island's turbulent history of rental, ownership and clearance.
Abridged by Anna Magnusson
Read by Doon Mackichan
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Doon Mackichan |
| Author | Madeleine Bunting |
| Abridger | Anna Magnusson |
| Producer | Eilidh McCreadie |
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- Wed 21 Dec 2016 09:45±«Óãtv Radio 4 FM
- Thu 22 Dec 2016 00:30±«Óãtv Radio 4
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