Stories from Glasgow: Episode Three: Influencing Gaelic Publishing

Published: 10 June 2024

Join us as we go on a deep dive into Gaelic periodicals, publishing, and language with Dr Petra Johana Poncarová.

Episode Three – Influencing Gaelic Publishing

Dr Poncarová introduces two figures who have played key roles in Gaelic publishing: Ruairidh Erskine of Mar and Derick Thomson. From poetry and periodicals that spanned decades, to detective fiction, drama, and even a biology textbook, listen now to find out more.

 

  • Black and white printed cover of An Rosarnach; black text reading ‘An Rosarnach, Alasdair Mac Lachrainn Agus A Mhic Glaschu” and black celtic knotwork art in middle of the page.
  • Printed Gaelic text extract from one of Erkine of Mar’s John Mac Ronald detective stories
  • Black and white photo of Erskine.A black and white photo of Derick Thomson.
  • Printed Gaelic text extract from one of Erkine of Mar’s John Mac Ronald detective stories
  • Black and white photo of Erskine.
  • Red, yellow, and green cover of GAIRM with stylised image of a bird in bottom left corner; text reads “GAIRM, An Samhradh 1959; Aireamh 28; A’ Phris, 2/6”
  • Black and white sketch of Erkine of Mar.
  • Page corner of published text showing stylised border and letter A surrounded by celtic knotwork art

 
Find Out More

Find out more about Project ERSKINE (in English and Gaelic).

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If you’re interested in learning more about  Derick Thomson and his poetry, you can check out Dr Poncarová’s monograph from Edinburgh University Press, Derick Thomson and the Gaelic Revival and her ScotNote, The Gaelic Poetry of Derek Thomson. You can also visit the Derick Thomson website.

 

First published: 10 June 2024

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