Reviewed by Fiona Grahame. In publishing ‘Alexander Ruddach (1758 – 1811), An Orcadian Seafarer in Peace and War’, Spencer Rosie has made an important contribution to the history of Orkney. The book, a collaboration of research provided by Dr Ray Fereday, John H. Ballantyne, and Spencer J. Rosie, catalogues the life of Orcadian Alexander Ruddach. … Continue reading Book Review: ‘Alexander Ruddach’ by Spencer Rosie.