The Dorothy Dunnett Society

“Is there no one will take up this priceless thing and say, here is a nation, with such a soul; with such talents; with these failings and this native worth?” The Game of Kings
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    • “Is there no one will take up this priceless thing and say, here is a nation, with such a soul; with such talents; with these failings and this native worth?” The Game of Kings

    The Dorothy Dunnett Society and the University of the Highlands and Islands have collaborated to award two annual grants for research in history, politics, culture, or religion in the 11th, 15th, and 16th centuries. The grants are called the Dorothy Dunnett Centenary Awards and were inaugurated in 2023 to mark the centenary of her birth.

    The Awards consist of a £1,000 grant to a PhD student and another grant of £500 to a PhD or Master’s student at the UHI. These grants are funded up to academic year 2027-28, with a view to extending the funding if the scheme proves successful. This support is intended to facilitate high-quality research and raise awareness of Dorothy Dunnett and her work in academic and literary circles.

    The topics of the research must fit with the Society’s objective of developing and supporting knowledge in Dorothy Dunnett’s areas of interest, to foster understanding and appreciation of her work.

    Commenting on the launch of the Dorothy Dunnett Centenary Awards:

    Simon Hedges, Chair of the Dorothy Dunnett Society, said: “By launching the Dorothy Dunnett Centenary Awards we invite scholars to unravel these intricate and fascinating periods of history. As Dorothy Dunnett’s books prove, a closer look at these societies can shed light on the foundations of our modern society. We hope to not only increase the circle of Dunnett’s fans, but also contribute to our shared understanding of these key moments in our shared history.”

    Dr Lesley Mickel, co-convenor of the UHI Humanities and Arts Research Cluster, and Research Enhancement Lead for Literature, Creative Practice, and Health at UHI Inverness, said: “The Humanities and Arts Research Cluster at the University of the Highlands and Islands is delighted that our students will be supported by these generous awards from the Dorothy Dunnett Society. There is the obvious economic benefit for students, but the awards also offer students the invaluable opportunity for sharing their research with fans of Dorothy Dunnett, and others with a lively interest in aspects of culture and history relevant to her novels, through publications and public talks. This is vital to ensure that academic research reaches varied and wide audiences.”

    Alison Wilson, UHI’s Director of Development and Alumni Engagement, said: “We are extremely grateful that the Dorothy Dunnett Society has chosen to support UHI PhD and Masters students in creating these Dorothy Dunnett Centenary Awards. UHI is delighted to be benefiting from the long-lasting legacy of Dorothy Dunnett in this special year and we hope that it will be the start of a long-term relationship between us.”

    ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS
    www.uhi.ac.uk

    MEDIA CONTACTS

    Deborah Conway Read
    deborah.conwayread@ddsoc.org

    Dr Lesley Mickel
    lesley.mickel.ic@uhi.ac.uk