The Burry Man's Day, 9781845295929
Paperback
Pagan tradition, village secrets, and murder at the Ferry Fair.

The Burry Man's Day

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  • Paperback

    368 pages

  • Release Date

    19 July 2008

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Summary

The Burry Man’s Demise: A Dandy Gilver Mystery

Summer, 1923. Queensferry buzzes with anticipation for the Ferry Fair and the unique tradition of the Burry Man. Covered in greenery and dispensing lucky pennies, the Burry Man, fueled by generous whisky offerings, is a figure of celebration for many, but an affront to the more pious in the village.

During the Fair, before a crowd that includes the observant Dandy Gilver, the Burry Man collapses and dies. Poison is suspected, an…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781845295929
ISBN-10:1845295927
Series:Dandy Gilver
Author:Catriona McPherson
Publisher:Little, Brown Book Group
Imprint:Robinson Publishing
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:368
Release Date:19 July 2008
Weight:260g
Dimensions:196mm x 130mm x 28mm
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Critics Review

Dandy is alikeable creation, and McPherson a winning writer.– The Herald

Most engaging and ingenious crime-cracker I’ve met in ages.. - Scotland on Sunday

Dandy is alikeable creation, and McPherson a winning writer. - The Herald

About The Author

Catriona McPherson

Catriona McPherson formerly an English lecturer at Leeds University, lives in Galloway, where she teaches for the Open University and writes.

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