Scotland: Five Decades of Photographs - Hardcover

A career-spanning collection of Mr Corrance's work... with an introduction by the photographer and expansive captions detailing the stories behind what is an extraordinary visual record of half a century of Scottish life --Barry Didcock, The Herald (03/09/12)

Like all great photographers Doug has the ability to capture the famous in a new light, to appreciate the incongruous juxtapositions that everyday life throws up, and to recognise the remarkable in the seemingly mundane. Just as importantly he has the skill to grab the moment - framing it through the lens to its best advantage. --Peter Bourhill, Edinburgh Life Magazine (September/October 2012)

A unique book capturing the spirit, culture and traditions of a people and a land over nearly 50 years Ÿ A stunning gift for all generations This photographic journey from the past to the present brings landscapes, a people, and their history to life so that the reader experiences both the visual and spiritual character of the nation. Whether it s a Border shepherd leading his flock, the lady attendant at Glasgow s last steamie, the intensity of competition at a Highland Games, the mystery that surrounds Loch Ness, the passion of the politician or the innocence of children at play, the vivid and varied tapestry that makes up Scottish life is to be found in this book. Through the lens of the camera come royalty and bishops, film stars and celebrities, artists and artisans, but most importantly the ordinary men and women that live in this nation called Scotland. The introductory chapter and picture captions, supplied by Douglas, provide a wealth of fascinating information and facts probably unknown to many. This information is punctuated with his own personal and humorous view of life making an enjoyable read. From inner city to the Highlands and Islands, from castles to crofts, here is Scotland as it was and as it is. For the older generation it is the world they grew up in, for the younger ones it is the world their present day is built upon. This is Scotland.