⌕Witches
Traditional beliefs and stories form part of the rich cultural background behind Scotland’s words and expressions.
About the book
A flavour of Scotland’s many voices
Kathryn Buchanan explores the remarkable variety of speech found across Scotland, with words drawn from Doric, Dundee, Glaswegian, Orcadian and Shetlandic alongside expressions in general Scottish use.
The book combines an accessible glossary with stories, songs, places and traditions, giving a lively sense of how language varies across the country and reflects Scotland’s history and character.
Inside the book
