Donald S Murray is a bilingual writer, poet and teacher whose work has been awarded numerous prizes, includingThe Society of Authors' Paul Torday Memorial PrizeandThe Callum Macdonald Memorial Award at Scotland's National Book Awards.His acclaimed books bring to life the culture and nature of the Scottish Highlands and Islands, and heappears regularly at literary festivals and onBBC Radio.
'One of the most interesting and enjoyable [authors] writing in Scotland today ... A fine story, rich in irony, a story of folly and a fool who nevertheless invites one's sympathy ...[Murray's] most ambitious novel to date.' -- Allan Massie * Scotsman * 'From the first line I know I'm in the hands of a bard and consummate storyteller. The writing is lyrical and hugely descriptive ... The history is rich and fascinating.' * Historical Novels Review *