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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Fonn 's Duthchas, Land and Legacy. The Scottish Highlands: A Contested Country
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'Fit Like, Skipper?', A Collection of North-east Tales and Poems by Peter Buchan, 1989
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"Back to the Wind, Front to the Sun", The Traditional Croft House by Caroline Hirst, 2005
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A Reputation for Excellence, A History of the Glasgow Printing Industry, 1994
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Our War, Clackmannanshire & Stirlingshire During the Second World War, 2006
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Iona Portrayed, The Island through Artists' Eyes. 1760-1960, by Jessica Christian and Charles Stiller, 2000
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Dalriada, Heartland of Scotland by K. M. MacPhee, 2012
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Argyll Curiosities by Marian Pallister, 2007
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On Your Bike, Thirteen Years of Travelling Curators by Alexander Fenton
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Island Voices by Fiona MacDonald, 1992
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She Was Aye Workin', Memories of Tenement Women in Edinburgh and Glasgow by Helen Clark and Elizabeth Carnegie, 2003
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Island Journeys, A Countrywoman's Travels by Bessie Skea, 1993
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Sottish Cinemas Remembered, Pictures Past by Janet McBain, 1985
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The High Girders, The Story of the Tay Bridge Disaster, by John Prebble, 1979
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The Lion in the North by John Prebble, 1981
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The Highland Clearances, People, Landlords and Rural Turmoil by Eric Richards, 2000
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All Around Scotland by Robert J. Drummond, 1947
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Scottish Prehistory by Richard Oram, 1997
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Highland Doorstep (Coinneach Mor) by Kenneth A. Macrae, 1953
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The Past at Work, Around the Lomonds, by G. P. Bennett
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Exploring Rural Scotland by Gilbert Summers, 1990
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The Lowland Clearances, Scotland's Silent Revolution 1760-1830 by Peter Aitchison and Andrew Cassell, 2003
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Inveraray, The Royal Burgh by Alexander Fraser, 1977
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Scotland's Stations, A Travellers' Guide, Northern Books from Famedram, 1990
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