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Books & Stationery

Discover our carefully selected range of books, Historic Scotland publications, and stationery. Showcasing renowned Scottish authors, children’s myths and legends, and our newest bestsellers, this collection offers an ideal choice for readers of all ages and interests.

Every purchase you make helps us protect over 5000 years of Scottish history. Thank you for playing a part in something that means so much both now and for future generations.

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Tale of the Nutcracker

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Tale of the Nutcracker follows young Marie as she unwraps an unusual doll on Christmas, unsure how to feel about his oversized head, tiny legs, an...

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Christmas Tree Build Kit

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Create and personalise your own 3D Christmas tree with this fun colour-in Christmas Tree Build Kit. Inside the box, you’ll find sturdy cardboard pi...

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Children Ages 7+

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You Wouldn't Want to be a Viking Explorer

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In You Wouldn't Want to...Be a Viking Explorer, join a young adventurer preparing to sail across the Atlantic in search of a brand‑new life. Along ...

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children ages 6-12

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An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Mythical Creatures

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In An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Mythical Creatures, learn about mysterious selkies, bad-tempered giants, devious fairies, and even Loch Ness...

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children ages 6-12

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An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Castle Legends

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Dark dragons, ghostly pipers, rude goblins and sly wizards - in An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Castle Legends discover the legends that dwell ...

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children ages 6-12

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An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales

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In An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales, learn about the creatures of Scottish folklore: slithering stoorworms, mischievous bro...

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Children Ages 10+

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The Colouring Book of Scotland

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The Colouring Book of Scotland is a unique Scottish colouring book suitable for adults as well as children, featuring twenty of the country's most ...

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children ages 8-12

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Discover Edinburgh Castle - Guide

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Dive into our 'Discover Edinburgh Castle - Guide' made especially for younger explorers. Uncover the captivating tales of Edinburgh Castle - Who ca...

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children ages 8-12

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The Siege of Caerlaverock

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The Siege of Caerlaverock features 12-year-old Ada who is a laundress of little consequence, but the new castle commander Brian de Berclay has his ...

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Children Ages 5-10

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Horrible Histories: Cruel Kings & Mean Queens

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Dive into the nasty nuggets of royal history with Horrible Histories: Cruel Knights & Mean Queens. Uncover shocking tales like the king who met...

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