'I love this city, and always shall. I write about it. I dream about it. I walk its streets and see something new each day…'
A captivating journey through Edinburgh’s rich history, told by one of Scotland’s most beloved authors.
Edinburgh is a city of stories—a place that has witnessed everything from great historical upheavals, to the individual lives of a remarkable cast of characters. Every spire, cobblestone, bridge, close and avenue has a tale to tell.
In this beautifully crafted book, bestselling author Alexander McCall Smith curates his own distinctive portrait of Edinburgh, blending his signature warmth and wit with a wealth of stunning imagery from Scotland’s national collection of architecture and archaeology.
Through a remarkable selection of photographs, maps, drawings and paintings—many never before published—he takes readers on an unforgettable tour of the city’s landmarks, lost buildings and the people who shaped them.
A must-have celebration of Scotland’s capital, perfect for history lovers, Edinburgh enthusiasts and fans of Alexander McCall Smith.
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Alexander McCall Smith enjoyed a distinguished career as a Professor of Medical Law at the University of Edinburgh, before turning to writing full-time. He is the author of over eighty books on a wide array of subjects, and his books have been translated into sixty-four languages.
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