Andrew Pettegree’s latest book explores the many roles books play in wartime. We mourn their destruction and turn to them for comfort during dark days, but in the total wars of the last century books also became essential weapons in the conflict.
Richard will talk about the boatbuilders of the East Neuk and the contribution they made to fishing communities across Scotland and beyond.
Kathleen Jamie is an award-winning writer whose work is rooted in the landscape and culture of Scotland. Her subjects include nature, travel and archaeology. In 2021 she became Scotland’s ‘Makar’, or National Poet.
Professor O’Brien is an American historian whose work focuses on conflict, politics, war and strategy. His analysis of the Russo-Ukraine War is published regularly in major international newspapers and journals.
Our most recent reviews are fascinating reads about the pursuit of regicides in New England and a re-imagined David Copperfield set in the Appalachian Mountains.
Pittenweem Post has published its 10th edition! Digital copies are still available to view on the home page of the Crail Matters website.
Our trustees and volunteers had a lot of fun during the summer - hope the children enjoyed themselves too!