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Edinburgh: Our Storied Town

Donald Smith (author), Cat Outram (illustrator)

Paperback Published on: 04/08/2025

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Synopsis

Celebrating its 900th year, Edinburgh is an unrivalled theatre of story. In this commemorative book, Donald Smith unravels the city’s storytelling evolution across the centuries, illustrated with vivid detail by Cat Outram.

How did Edinburgh get its name?

What gives the city its unique character?

Why do nation and planet come together here?

How did Edinburgh become the city of literature, and a Festival city?

Which books have made the most impact?

Through its nine official centuries Edinburgh has thrived on books, words and ideas. Everyone who loves Edinburgh will love Donald Smith’s exploration of this storied town, as will anyone interested in how place shapes people and people, place.

Publisher information

Publisher: Luath Press Ltd
ISBN: 9781804252321
Number of pages: 258
Languages: English

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Edinburgh: Our Storied Town offers a rich, academic dive into Edinburgh’s history and literary legacy.

Edinburgh: Our Storied Town is a detailed tribute celebrating Edinburgh’s 900th anniversary. Donald Smith takes us from medieval origins to the Enlightenme... READ MORE