Sorley MacLean stands as one of the most significant Scottish poets of the 20th century. His work, often multilingual, delves into themes of love, heartbreak, the Spanish Civil War, Communism, and nationalism, frequently weaving several of these into a single poem. MacLean's distinctive voice and profound explorations of the human condition, often set against the backdrop of the Cuillin landscape, offer readers a deeply resonant and intellectually stimulating literary experience.
All the poetry of Sorley Maclean, the most significant 20th century Gaelic poet, is gathered together in one volume for the first time. Over 150 poems, some never published before, are given in Gaelic alongside their English translation. Introduced by a biographical essay on his life, influences and impact.