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History & General Interest Books

Sift through our selection of Scottish History & General Interest Books, spanning culture, food, folk tales, architecture and even baking! Every purchase helps us protect our historic places throughout Scotland.

 

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How to Kill a Witch - A Guide for the Patriarchy

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A powerful and insightful exploration of Scotland’s witch hunts, How to Kill a witch - a guide for the patriarchy uncovers more than 150 years of f...

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The Cocktail Diaries - A Spirited Adventure

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Discover a vibrant collection of cocktails inspired by actor Sam Heughan’s travels, love of craft spirits and passion for storytelling in The Cock...

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Sceptred Isle - A New History of the Fourteenth Century

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Dive into the drama and upheaval of fourteenth‑century England in this gripping historical narrative - Sceptred Isle - a new history of the fourtee...

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Outlander and Scotland Hardback

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This fascinating collection of interdisciplinary essays in Outlander and Scotland, explores the remarkable cultural impact of the Outlander series,...

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Seriously Silly: The Life of Terry Jones

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Celebrate the life and legacy of Terry Jones in this heartfelt and entertaining portrait of one of Britain’s most beloved comedy pioneers in  Serio...

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Outlander Knitting Hardback

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Introducing the Outlander Knitting Hardback book, an officially licensed collection of twenty knitting patterns inspired by the hit Outlander serie...

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The Earl's Bu, Orphir - feasting, farming & commerce at the heart of the Orkney Norse Earldom

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This volume brings together for the first time major findings from the Earl’s Bu at Orphir, a flagship site in Orkney best known for its distinctiv...

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Wanderings with a Camera in Scotland

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Discover the reissue of the popular Wanderings with a Camera in Scotland - The photography of Erskine Beveridge.  Now available on pre-order with a...

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Embroidering Her Truth: Mary, Queen of Scots

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In Clare Hunter's Embroidering Her Truth ; Mary Queen of Scots follow the story from her execution, where Mary, donned red—a hue commonly associate...

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The Malt Whisky Murders

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The Malt Whisky Murders opens with Eilidh and her wife Morag taking on the opportunity to purchase a rundown distillery in rural Kintyre, aiming to...

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Outlander and the Real Jacobites

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The acclaimed TV series Outlander has revived interest in the 1745 Jacobite uprising, but who were the Jacobites in reality? Outlander and the Real...

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The Fair Botanists

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Set in the summer of 1822, The Fair Botanists invites you to vibrant Edinburgh as it prepares for King George IV’s arrival. Elizabeth, recently wid...

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The Bagpipes: A Cultural History

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The Bagpipes: A Cultural History delves into the fascinating journey of an instrument with over 130 different versions but usually linked to just ...

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The King's Witches

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Set in 1589, Kate Foster’s beautifully written fictional novel, The King's Witches, follows Princess Anne of Denmark as she navigates her first yea...

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Wild History - Journeys into Lost Scotland

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Join acclaimed author and presenter, James Crawford in Wild Scotland - Journeys into Lost Scotland, as he explores the once wild places of Scotland...

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Pocket History of Scotland

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Spanning from prehistoric times to present day, this detailed Pocket History of Scotland book offers a concise yet thorough overview of Scotland's ...

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Who Will Be Remembered Here - Queer Spaces in Scotland

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Our newest publication who will be remembered here is now available. Queerness weaves through Scotland’s past, but it is largely intangible and abs...

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Art Deco Scotland: Design and Architecture in the Jazz Age

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Discover Art Deco Scotland: Design and Architecture in the Jazz Age - a comprehensive hardback publication featuring stunning photography and illus...

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MacSween Haggis Bible

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Explore the intriguing story behind Scotland's adored national meal with the latest release of McSween Haggis Bible. From its contentious notoriety...

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Little Book of Mindfulness

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The Little Book of Mindfulness is the easy way to remind yourself to gently let go of stress and be in the moment. Mindfulness has fast become the ...

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Little Book of Gin

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"The Little Book of Gin" celebrates the rise of gin as a popular alcoholic beverage in the 21st century. This compact guide is packed with history,...

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Gin O'Clock

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Whether you're a gin aficionado or simply gin-curious, "Gin O'Clock" from the experts at Craft Gin Club has everything you need to know about the j...

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Gin the Mood

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There's never not a good time to enjoy a gin cocktail and Gin the Mood will lift your spirits whether you're in need of a restorative Corpse Revive...

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How to Tie a Scarf

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The exquisite "How to Tie a Scarf" book, wrapped in a silky cover and featuring a beautifully designed interior, makes the perfect gift for any sty...

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