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Christmas Books

Give the gift of reading this Christmas with our wonderfully curated collection of books for all ages and interests. From historical figures and mythical creatures, to home decor and Festive drams - there really is something for everyone. Enjoy a very Merry Christmas 2025 with Historic Scotland. 

Children Ages 3+

The Queen of Birds

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The Queen of Birds is an exquisite picture book retelling of a well-known traditional tale by Karine Polwart, one of Scotland’s most well-known son...

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Children Ages 3-7

The Prince and the Witch and the Thief and the Bears

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The Prince and the Witch and the Thief and the Bears is an action-packed storytelling adventure that flips the traditional fairy tale on its head. ...

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Children Age 6-10

The Unicorn in the Castle

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In 'The Unicorn in the Castle' Amber and Alfie MacCaley are visiting their Uncle Angus in his enormous Scottish Castle. Alfie loves to play knights...

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children ages 3-6

Awesome Scottish Castles Sticker and Activity Book

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Explore the incredible castles of Scotland with this engaging Scottish Castles Sticker and Activity Book filled with vibrant illustrations, challen...

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children ages 8-12

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 0-5

Ye Cannae Shove Yer Granny off a Bus

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Ye Cannae Shove Yer Granny off a Bus is favourite Scottish rhyming book that comes with moving parts to bring the rhyme to life for little ones whe...

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children ages 0-5

Willow the Wildcat

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Willow the Wildcat and her brother Corrie live in a cosy den in the forest with their mum. But disaster strikes when a nosy sheepdog collapses thei...

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The Unicorn Cookbook

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In The Unicorn Cookbook, the magical realm of the mighty unicorn comes to life in this dazzling cookery book brimming with sparkles and rainbows. F...

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children ages 5-10

The Treasure of the Loch Ness Monster

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In The Treasure of the Loch Ness Monster, Ishbel and Kenneth need to save their family from going hungry, so when they remember the old local tale ...

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children ages 4-7

The Secret Of The Kelpie

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In The Secret Of The Kelpie, every loch in Scotland, however beautiful, has its cold, dark depths. And every loch in Scotland has its kelpie. But i...

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children ages 0-5

There was a Wee Lassie who swallowed a Midgie

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There was a Wee Lassie who swallowed a Midgie is a hilarious twist on a much-loved rhyme. The wee lassie swallows a succession of Scotland's favour...

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children ages 5-10

The Legend of the First Unicorn

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In The Legend of the First Unicorn, it seems nothing can raise a smile from Prince Donald, not even the baker's treats or the bard's songs. Hana, t...

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children ages 0-5

A Super Scotland Sticker Book

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In A Super Scotland Sticker Book, visit Scotland’s cities, the seaside, mountains and lochs; spot iconic landmarks and meet the people of Scotland ...

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children ages 0-5

A Super Scotland Activity Book

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In A Super Scotland Activity Book, find the real Nessie, join in with the Highland games and take a trip on the North Coast 500 through puzzles and...

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children ages 5-10

Sticker Dolly Dressing Unicorns

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In Sticker Dolly Dressing Unicorns, unicorn fans will adore this addition to the bestselling Sticker Dolly Dressing series. The unicorn is the nati...

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children ages 0-5

Skye the Puffling

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In Skye the Puffling, one morning Skye, a cheeky baby puffin with an appetite for adventure, sneaks out of her parents' burrow, tumbles off the cli...

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children ages 5-10

Robert The Bruce: The King and the Spider

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Robert The Bruce: The King and the Spider follows the Scottish king's defeat in battle and daring escape. Bruce hides from his pursuers in a dark c...

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children ages 5-10

Mary Queen of Scots: Escape From The Castle

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In Mary Queen of Scots: Escape From The Castle, learn that 2018 marked 450 years since Mary Queen Of Scots' infamous escape from Lochleven Castle. ...

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children ages 0-5

Hello Scottish Animals

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Hello Scottish Animals stars Scotland's most famous animals. From leaping red squirrels and hungry highland cows, to jumping dolphins and playful o...

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children ages 0-5

Harris the Hero

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Harris the Hero is a lonely puffin with nothing to do. He sets out travelling, looking for adventure and meets a lost baby seal. Harris bravely hel...

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children ages 5-10

Greyfriars Bobby: A Puppy's Tale

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The heart-warming tale of Greyfriars Bobby: A Puppy's Tale, the loyal Skye terrier, is well-known and loved throughout Scotland and the world. Bobb...

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children ages 0-5

Finn The Little Seal

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Finn The Little Seal is a baby grey seal. His mother tells him that one day he will swim in the sea, but the sea looks far too big to little Finn. ...

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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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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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