Journalist Madeleine Bunting explores the history and landscapes of the Hebrides and demonstrates how this chain of islands in the north west has shaped both Scotland and Britain. Bunting visits Iona and uncovers the apparently remote island's well-connected past at the intersection of several busy sea routes.

Abridged by Anna Magnusson
Read by Doon Mackichan
Producer: Eilidh McCreadie. Show less