Collection: Scottish Books
Discover vintage and antique Scottish books that celebrate Scotland’s history, literature, and culture. Perfect for collectors, book lovers, and anyone inspired by the spirit of Scotland.
Scottish books are at the heart of J.W.B Books and are what started our bookseller journey. We have a long-standing passion for Scottish books and are proud to truly specialise in this area, offering a wonderful selection of vintage and antique Scottish titles. Here you’ll find carefully chosen books covering history, literature, poetry, folklore, and local interest. Every title reflects our love for Scotland’s rich heritage and storytelling tradition.
Our Love of Scottish Books
Our collection features rare first editions, illustrated volumes, and important works on Scottish history, clans, geography, and art. Each book is chosen for its unique connection to Scotland’s past and culture, inviting you to delve into the rich world of Scottish literature and history.
Browse Our Vintage Scottish Books Collection
Looking for something specific? Use our search to find books by title, author, or topic. You might also enjoy exploring our Scottish History Books or Rare Books collections for more inspiration.
All of our books are accurately described and sourced with care, so you can buy with confidence from Scotland’s vintage book specialists.
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Herds and Hinds Farm Labour in Lowland Scotland, 1900 - 1939 By Richard Anthony 1997
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Glencoe The Infamous Massacre 1692 by John Sadler, 2009
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Here's Scotland's Story by W. R. Kermack, 1955
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Scottish Voices 1745-1960 by T. C. Smout and Sydney Wood, 1991
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Illustrated Catalogue of the Anthropological Museum, Marischal College, University of Aberdeen by R. W. Reid, 1912
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It's An Old Scottish Custom by Francis Drake-Carnell, 1939
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An Index to the Papers Relating to Scotland by Charles Sanford Terry, 1908
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Getting Married In Scotland by Iona McGregor, 2000
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Scotland Past and Present by J.M. Reid, 1959
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Scottish Roots, A Step-by-Step Guide for Ancestor-hunters by Alwyn James, 1995
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On The Crofters' Trail, In Search of the Clearance Highlanders by David Craig, 1997
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The Annals of Penicuik, Being a History of the Parish and of the Village by John J. Wilson, 1985
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Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland Volume 129 (1999)**
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1893 - 1903 The Scottish Antiquary of Northern Notes & Queries Vol - 7 -17
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Handlist of the Acts of Alexander III The Guardians John 1249-1296 Compiled By Grant G. Simpson 1960
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Urquhart and Glenmoriston Olden Times In a Highland Parish By William Mackay 1914
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Six Stuart Sovereigns 1512-1701 By Eva Scott 1935 1st Edition
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The Problem of the Brochs By Sir Lindsay Scott 1947
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Inveraray and The Dukes of Argyll By Ian G. Lindsay and Mary Cosh 1973
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Scotland Picturesque and Traditional A Pilgrimage With Staff and Knapsack By George Eyre-Todd 1895
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Lost Argyll Argyll's Lost Heritage By Marian Pallister 2005
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The Place Names of Stirlingshire By Rev. James B. Johnston 1904
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Royal Edinburgh Her Saints, Kings, Prophets and Poets By Mrs Oliphant 1893
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Bygone Scotland: Historical and Social By David Maxwell 1894
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