The Gravity of Feathers

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The narrative explores the rich history of St Kilda, focusing on its last evacuation in 1930, which marked the end of a five-millennia-long human presence. Utilizing previously untapped sources, it offers new insights into the lives of the island's inhabitants and the events leading up to their departure, as well as the consequences that followed. The book paints a vivid picture of life on the archipelago and the profound changes that occurred during this pivotal moment in its history.