The Tele is slightly wrong, in that the book has already been reissued and on the shelves for months. I bought it before Christmas.

How good is it Gonzo ? Is it mainly poetry or has it lots of background information ?

Both.

Starts off with the socio-political background of the Weaver bards, and the latter half contains example of their work.

While much of the poetry is understandable, there were a few where I struggled. I read it quickly and enjoyed it, which is unusual, as I never read poetry normally.

Thanks :) I'll order a copy. Could be interesting in terms of the unrest of their times.

Me too.
My grandfather came from weaving stock. Apparently at one time Rabbie Burns' poetry was more popular in most of the nothern counties of Ireland than it was outside of small pockets of devotees in Scotland.