Moilidh agus Doilidh

Embark on an enchanting journey through time and tales with Moilidh agus Doilidh, a heartwarming yet poignant narrative that seamlessly weaves together the lives of Moilidh, an orphaned pet lamb, and Dolly, the wise seanchaidh sheep.

In this book, Maoilios Caimbeul invites readers to follow the lives of Molly and Dolly as they explore the picturesque landscape of Sutherland, Skye, Lewis, the Uists, Bara, Mull, Rum and others, amongst the backdrop of the Highland Clearances.

The juxtaposition of Moilidh’s sentimental journey with the intense historical narrative of the Clearances, and eventually the crofter’s rebellion, creates a powerful and thought-provoking reading experience.

This book will be key for children who speak Gaelic, or are learning to speak. Older readers will also gain a lot from the details about the clearances. Given its younger age demographic, the Gaelic language used will also be accessible to all ages learning Gaelic