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45: The Norse History of Orkney & Shetland
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Life in Norway Show Episode 45: Scotland's Orkney and Shetland have a fascinating Norse history. But it's not just stories in the history books. There remains a strong Norwegian influence on the islanders' everyday life to this day.
Donna Heddle heads up the Institute for Northern Studies at the University of the Highlands and Islands in Scotland. We talk about the fascinating history of Orkney and Shetland, and how that legacy shapes the culture, place names and language of the islands today.
Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/orkney-shetland-podcast/
88 episoder
Manage episode 272404165 series 1610591
Life in Norway Show Episode 45: Scotland's Orkney and Shetland have a fascinating Norse history. But it's not just stories in the history books. There remains a strong Norwegian influence on the islanders' everyday life to this day.
Donna Heddle heads up the Institute for Northern Studies at the University of the Highlands and Islands in Scotland. We talk about the fascinating history of Orkney and Shetland, and how that legacy shapes the culture, place names and language of the islands today.
Full Show Notes: https://www.lifeinnorway.net/orkney-shetland-podcast/
88 episoder
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