Nell Hannah: Spinnin Yarns an Aye Singin

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Growing up in rural Aberdeenshire during the early 20th century, Nell Hannah's life takes a significant turn during World War Two as she and her family find work at the Stanley Mill in Perthshire. Despite the harsh conditions, she cherishes her time there. Through conversations with folklorist Margaret Bennett and singer Doris Rougvie, Nell shares her memories and songs, crafting an oral history of wartime life. Remarkably, she discovers her singing talent at sixty-nine, leading to a successful recording career that continues into her nineties.