BOATLINES: SCOTTISH CRAFT OF COAST SEA CANAL

People are invariably drawn to harbours and boats whether or not they take to the water, recognizing that these are vessels not just for people and cargo but for stories as well. Join the author on a tour of Scotland’s coast as he explores how boats take on different shapes according to the demands of sailing conditions, local geography and purpose, whether for work or leisure. Tracing their forms – classic, iconic, ground-breaking, functional – helps us gain a true understanding of this vital part of our culture.