Sorley Maclean's Island

Sorley Maclean's Island

1974 · 23 min · Documentary

The Scottish poet discusses his work with his fellow Scottish writer Iain Crichton Smith.

Directed by Douglas Eadie · Written by Douglas Eadie

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