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New book! 25 Oct -Traveller Storytelling in Scotland by Robert Fell

Drop in to the Scottish Storytelling Centre on Friday 25 October 2024 to meet Celtic and Scottish Studies alumnus, Robert Fell, author of Traveller Storytelling in Scotland: Folklore, Ideology and Cultural Identity, an exciting new book about traditional storytelling in Scotland. The book reflects the Scottish International Storytelling Festival’s theme for 2024 by helping to build bridges between cultures through the power of storytelling, involving some of the most influential storytellers from Scotland’s Traveller and Nawken/Nacken communities.

 

Join Robert in the relaxed surroundings of the Storytelling Court from 4pm where he will be happy to answer any questions you may have, with discounted copies of his book also available to buy.

 

The event is free, no ticket required.
A book cover featuring part of John Slavin's painting 'Marigold's Metamorphosis', which depicts a scene from the traditional story the 'Two Ravens'. Several bird-like creatures in orange and black are depicted in a green woodland. Underneath the image is the text 'Traveller Storytelling in Scotland, Folklore, Ideology, Cultural Identity, Robert Fell' in blue, black and grey text against a white background.

A fascinating insight into the oral narrative traditions of Scottish Travellers and into how stories work. Drawing on Travellers’ own interpretations and working collaboratively with them, Robert Fell reveals the multilayered nature of Traveller storytelling as a vehicle for cultural identity and as a collective expression of values, worldviews and aesthetic sensibilities. A richly rewarding read.

– Bairbre Ní Fhloinn, University College Dublin

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