THE BLUE VALE

About the Book

Drawn from experiences of staying on a croft outside the fishing village of Mallaig, these poems are not only reflections upon a way of life in transition, but also of the impact of that upon the author in his own evolution both as an individual and as a writer.

Of particular interest to those who know the western seaboard of Scotland, these poems will appeal to all who appreciate the drama of nature; the simplicity and values of an era as it confronts progress and modernity; and who themselves attempt to see beyond the ephemeral in a search for meaning and belonging in a complex world.

Divided into seven thematic sections, the work is enhanced by the author's own foreword and by the inclusion of a glossary highlighting place names and pronunciations.

About the Author

Born in Shipley, Yorkshire, 1952, Michael Lamb graduated in Theology and English before embarking on a career in education. Thereafter he trained as a psychotherapeutic counsellor and for several years worked in a university setting. A long-time devotee of Scotland?s west coast, as both visitor and resident, he has now retired from the mainstream and spends the bulk of his productive time in writing. He has a daughter of 18 and his current home is in the county of Devon.