Island on the Edge of the World

A part of Britain but a world apart, St Kilda society existed almost completely isolated from the mainstream of civilization for more than 1000 years. Increased contact with the mainland during the 19th century brought about the downfall of what many once regarded as an ideal society. Missionaries and tourists brought money, disease and despotism. In 1930 the islanders, who could no longer support themselves, were finally evacuated at their own request. The island, which is difficult to access, is now a nature reserve.

O parte din Marea Britanie, dar o lume in afara, societatea St Kilda a existat aproape complet izolata de curentul civilizatiei timp de mai bine de 1000 de ani. Contactul sporit cu continentul in timpul secolului al XIX-lea a dus la caderea a ceea ce multi au considerat candva drept o societate ideala.