Fisher Life - Gourlay, George
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Fisher Life: Or The Memorials Of Cellardyke And The Fife Coast is a book written by George Gourlay and first published in 1879. It is a detailed account of the fishing community in Cellardyke, a small village on the east coast of Fife, Scotland, during the 19th century. The book provides a comprehensive description of the daily life, customs, traditions, and beliefs of the fishing community, as well as the challenges and dangers they faced while at sea. The author draws on his own personal experiences as a fisherman and his extensive knowledge of the local area to provide a vivid portrayal of…mehr

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Fisher Life: Or The Memorials Of Cellardyke And The Fife Coast is a book written by George Gourlay and first published in 1879. It is a detailed account of the fishing community in Cellardyke, a small village on the east coast of Fife, Scotland, during the 19th century. The book provides a comprehensive description of the daily life, customs, traditions, and beliefs of the fishing community, as well as the challenges and dangers they faced while at sea. The author draws on his own personal experiences as a fisherman and his extensive knowledge of the local area to provide a vivid portrayal of the fishing industry in Cellardyke. He describes the various types of boats used by the fishermen, the different fishing techniques employed, and the importance of the herring industry to the local economy. In addition to documenting the fishing industry, Gourlay also provides a fascinating insight into the social and cultural life of the community. He describes the local festivals, such as the annual fisher's fair, and the various superstitions and beliefs held by the fishermen. Fisher Life is an important historical document that provides a unique perspective on the fishing industry and the way of life in a small Scottish village during the 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, maritime history, or the social history of rural communities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.