Donald S Murray
As the Women Lay Dreaming
As the Women Lay Dreaming
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On January 1st, 1919, the HMY Iolaire shipwreck killed 200 servicemen on their way home from war. Tormod Morrison, who was on board, was deeply affected by the disaster. Two decades later, Alasdair and Rachel are sent to live with Tormod in his traditional blackhouse home on the Isle of Lewis. The novel explores how a single event can impact communities, individuals, and our souls.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 02 June 2022
Publisher: Saraband
In the early hours of January 1st, 1919, a cruel twist of fate altered the lives of an entire community. Tormod Morrison was present that fateful night aboard HMY Iolaire, which collided with rocks and sank, resulting in the tragic loss of 200 servicemen on their final leg home from war. For Tormod, a unique individual with a remarkable artistic talent, this disaster left an indelible mark.
Two decades later, Alasdair and Rachel are sent to the picturesque Isle of Lewis to reside with Tormod in his traditional blackhouse home, a world apart from the Glasgow of their childhood. Their grandfather, kind-hearted and compassionate, is deeply affected by the remarkable true story of the Iolaire shipwreck—the selfless heroism and desperate tragedy he witnessed.
As the Women Lay Dreaming is a profoundly moving novel that delves into the complexities of passion, loss, and a changing world. It explores how a single event can profoundly impact communities, individuals, and, indeed, our very souls. Through the eyes of Tormod, Alasdair, and Rachel, the reader witnesses the ripple effects of the Iolaire shipwreck and the profound impact it had on their lives and the lives of those around them.
The novel is filled with vivid descriptions and emotional moments that will leave readers deeply touched. It sheds light on the resilience of the human spirit and the power of love and connection to overcome even the most devastating circumstances.
As the Women Lay Dreaming is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Iolaire shipwreck and the profound impact it had on the lives of those involved. It is a must-read for anyone who appreciates powerful storytelling and the human experience.
Weight: 214g
Dimension: 196 x 128 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913393489
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