Morag the Seal

By John William Brodie-Innes

Book Overview

A moonlit shore, a whisper of salt on the wind, and the haunting cry of a seal-between land and sea, a boundary blurs, and the ordinary world slips into the realm of legend. In the wilds of the West Highlands, where nature and identity entwine, a mysterious woman emerges from the waves, her story echoing the timeless seal woman legend that has haunted Scottish folklore for centuries. Within these pages, the ancient pulse of Celtic mythology is rekindled, drawing readers into a gothic romance where the supernatural is woven seamlessly into the fabric of everyday life. The narrative, steeped in the atmospheric beauty of Scottish literature, explores the fragile borders between human longing and the untameable wild, inviting us to question what it means to belong-whether to a place, a people, or a secret self. First published in the early 20th century and crafted by a British author deeply attuned to the mysteries of his homeland, this work stands as a luminous testament to the enduring allure of supernatural fiction. Its lyrical prose and evocative landscapes offer more than a tale of romance; they open a window onto the collective imagination of a culture shaped by sea mists and ancient stones. For lovers of west highland romance and those fascinated by the interplay of myth and reality, this restored edition is both a rediscovered pleasure and a vital link to the past. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, inviting casual readers and classic-collection buyers alike to lose themselves in a world where the boundaries between the human and the supernatural shimmer like moonlight on the tide.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9374125048
• ISBN13: 9789374125045
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 186 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"