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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.

 

Glasgow Cathedral Guidebook

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This engrossing official souvenir guide takes you to the beautifully preserved Glasgow Cathedral. Built in the late 12th century, this fine example...

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Scotland's History

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Scotland’s vibrant and bloody past captures the imagination, but there is far more to Scotland's History than murder and mayhem, tragedy and betray...

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Conservation of Timber sash and case windows

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This guide provides advice on inspecting windows to assess repair requirements accurately and describes appropriate repair techniques. 88 pages, pa...

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Doune Castle Guidebook

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Doune Castle is unusual, chiefly because it is known to have been a stronghold site since Roman times. The castle as it currently stands is believe...

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children ages 5-10

Illustrated Legends Of Scotland's Kings & Queens

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In Illustrated Legends Of Scotland's Kings and Queens, learn about strong queens, wise kings, secret plots and fierce battles, discover the histori...

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Scotland's Landscapes

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Over the past 10,000 years, every inch of Scotland has been shaped, changed and moulded by it's people. Scotland’s Landscapes tells the enduring st...

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children ages 3+

Little Explorers Scottish Castles

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Lay siege to Stirling Castle, spot Nessie hiding at Urquhart Castle, have a feast with Mary Queen of Scots, and escape Edinburgh Castle's dungeons ...

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Clan and Castle

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Scotland’s clan history is central to its identity. The shared kinship groups from Gaelic tradition are best known for the romantic picture painted...

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Linlithgow Palace Guidebook

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Overlooking a tranquil loch and peel, and built in the renaissance style by successive generations of Stewart Kings, Linlithgow Palace holds a spec...

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Development of Sash and Case Windows

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An account of the historical evolution of the sash and case window, detailing the gradual technical and aesthetic refinements. 160 pages, paperback.

The Brough of Birsay Guidebook

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The Brough of Birsay sits just off the island of Orkney. It has been home to Norse and Pictish settlers over hundreds of years. Visiting is only po...

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Mary Was Here

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Mary Was Here exclusive Historic Scotland publication with foreword by Liz Lochhead. Mary Queen of Scots is one of Scotland’s most famous figures. ...

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The Picts guide

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For centuries, the Picts dominated Scotland. This comprehensive guide to Pictish life reveals how intelligent and powerful these settlers were. Pic...

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Stirling tapestry bookmark

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Exclusively designed bookmark inspired by the Unicorn Tapestries at Stirling Castle, featuring the Unicorn sitting amongst an intricate, colourful ...

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Edinburgh Castle Christmas Cards

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Pack of 10 Edinburgh Castle Christmas cards. These charming Christmas cards have been exclusively designed for Edinburgh Castle, featuring the fest...

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Dunfermline Abbey and Palace Guidebook

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The abbey at Dunfermline has a vast history that stretches back to the 11th century. The site was first developed as a small priory, but was then e...

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Fort George Guidebook

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Fort George is a fascinating feature of Moray Firth, still used by the British Army to this day. This fine example of military architecture was bui...

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Blackness Castle Guidebook

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Blackness Castle is known as ‘the ship that never sailed’, due to its nautical appearance. Learn its rich history with this official souvenir guide...

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Melrose Abbey Guidebook

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Our official souvenir Melrose Abbey Guidebook tells the story behind the faded glories and ruined walls of the structure, illustrating the tale of ...

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Stirling Castle for Kids: Fun Facts and Amazing Activities

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Stirling Castle for Kids: Fun Facts and Amazing Activities is the definitive children's guide to one of Scotland's largest and most important castl...

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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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Caerlaverock Castle Guidebook

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An official souvenir guide which paints a colourful picture of this Maxwell Clan stronghold. Caerlaverock Castle’s design is both curious and aston...

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Hermitage Castle Guidebook

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On the Scottish-English border, Hermitage Castle occupied a crucial position for many years. This official souvenir guide provides authoritative in...

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children ages 6-10

Edinburgh Castle for Kids

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With Edinburgh Castle for Kids explore Scotland’s most famous castle, which has been home to kings and queens, historic battles, and is probably th...

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