'Ask now of the days that are past': A talk on Manx cultural history by Stephen Miller RBV

Why study Manx history?
Stephen Miller RBV gives a short talk about what he has achieved in collecting from the past in the Isle of Man, the great achievements which he sees around him, and what it all means for the nation.

Stephen Miller was awarded the prestigious Reih Bleeaney Vanannan award for outstanding contributions to the culture of the Isle of Man. This was in recognition of his 40 or so years of selfless research and publication into the overlooked cultural history of the Isle of Man; folklore, music, dance and more.
The is an extract from his speech given at Culture Vannin in February 2020.
The full talk can be found here:

More about Stephen Miller's work can be found here:


Stephen Miller's Chiollagh Books website can be found here:


Culture Vannin exists to promote and support all aspects of culture in the Isle of Man. We develop innovative, inclusive and exciting projects that promote and support all aspects of Manx culture.

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