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Books & Stationery

Enjoy a selection of Books & Stationery about Scotland, or find the perfect gift for someone who loves Scottish history, culture or architecture. Every Book collection purchase helps us protect our historic places throughout Scotland.

 

The Bishop's and Earl's Palaces Guidebook

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The Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace are commonly visited together. Revisit them whenever you like through this official souvenir guidebook. The p...

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Threave Castle Guidebook

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The famous 'Black' Douglas dynasty owned Threave Castle and guarded it fiercely. Read more about the castle's history in this 28-page souvenir guid...

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children ages 6-12

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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Tantallon Castle Guidebook

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The Official Tantallon Castle Guidebook is perfect for planning a trip or learning more about this historic site. The ruins of Tantallon Castle spe...

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Edinburgh Gold Pen

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Indulge in luxury with the Edinburgh Gold Pen. This sleek black pen features a gold crown and is inspired by the Honours of Scotland, making it fit...

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Jedburgh Abbey Guidebook

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Jedburgh Abbey stands as one of Scotland’s most elegant examples of 12th century architecture. Originally built by King David I, and restored by th...

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Lochleven Castle Guidebook

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Built around 1300, Lochleven Castle is one of Scotland’s oldest stone strongholds. But the castle becomes a central location in Scottish history ov...

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Kisimul Castle guide leaflet

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The official visitors guide to Kisimul Castle- English language edition. Accessible only by boat, Kisimul is among Scotland’s most dramatic medieva...

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Elgin Cathedral Guide

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Elgin Cathedral is one of Scotland’s most beautiful medieval buildings, and has provided inspiration for many artists. The imposing sandstone ruin ...

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The Art of Coorie: How to Live Happy the Scottish Way

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In The Art of Coorie: How to Live Happy the Scottish Way, learn about coorie, the Scottish version of hygge - a term for warm, cosy and comfortable...

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children ages 5-10

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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Surname History Print

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The perfect personal gift for the person who has everything – this highly detailed and meticulously researched surname history traces the origin of...

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Dunstaffnage Castle Guidebook

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Dunstaffnage Castle has a lot of history to offer. One of Scotland’s oldest stone castles, it was built when Scotland and Norway were vying for pow...

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Craigmillar Castle Guidebook

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This official souvenir guide tells the story of Craigmillar Castle, an attractive and well-preserved site just outside Edinburgh. Craigmillar Castl...

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Kildrummy Castle and Glenbuchat Castle Guidebook

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One is a ruined but imposing stronghold, the other an attractive 16th century residence – and both share a history of revolt and uprisings. This il...

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Cardoness Castle and Carsluith Castle Guidebook

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Both Cardoness and Carsluith Castles are testaments to the differing lives of medieval nobility around the Galloway Coast. This official souvenir g...

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Dumbarton Castle Guidebook

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Dumbarton Castle is built on a site that has been significant for over 1,500 years. Strategically placed on an outcrop of volcanic rock, it lies wh...

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Whithorn Priory and St Ninian's Chapel and Cave Guidebook

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Local Scottish historians have collaborated on this official guide, which explores Whithorn Priory, St Ninian's Chapel and St Ninian's Cave. Whitho...

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Earth Structures - Tan 6

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A guide to the recognition and conservation of earth technology in Scottish buildings. Paperback, 128 pages.

Corrugated Iron - Tan 29

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An outline of the history of ferrous metal cladding in Scotland. The Note seeks to reinstate the material's reputation as a significant vernacular ...

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Edinburgh Castle Pencil

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A fun, quirky reminder of your visit to Edinburgh Castle, this royal pencil which is exclusive to Historic Scotland, is topped with a replica gold ...

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The Scottish Soup Bible

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In The Scottish Soup Bible, acclaimed cookery writer Sue Lawrence celebrates the enormous range of Scottish soups. This imaginative and practical c...

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Corgarff Castle Guidebook

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Corgarff Castle is a small yet beautiful site in the Aberdeenshire moorland. The main tower still stands, although many of the outbuildings are sad...

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Dundrennan Abbey Guidebook

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Dundrennan Abbey dates back to 1142, when it was founded by Fergus, Lord of Galloway. It was home to white-robed Cistercian monks, and two further ...

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