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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Travellers' Trails, Scotland by David Ross, 2001
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Life Among the Scots by Janet Adam Smith, 1946, Antique Book
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Fisher Blue, A Collection of North-east Tales and Poems, by Peter Buchan, 1988, Signed
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The City and Royal Burgh of Edinburgh, The Official Guide, Designed and Printed by Pillans & Wilson, Edinburgh
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The Adventures of Big Aggie Macdonald, The Glasgow Tramcar Clippie by Allan Morrison, 2001
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Clearance and Improvement, Land, Power and People in Scotland 1700-1900 by T. M. Devine, 2006, Scottish History Book
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Scotland In The Thirties by Rudolph Kenna, 1987
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Forfar Over the Past 150 Years from Old Prints and Photographs by Ernest Mann (First Edition)
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Highland Holiday, Afoot in Scotland, by F. Alex. Wills, "The Vagabond", 1947
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Meeting the Mormons, A Study of the Mormon Church in Scotland and elsewhere by J. Roy H. Paterson, 1965
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Stirling Observer 150 Years On by Bob McCutcheon, 1992
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Culross, A Short Guide to the Royal Burgh, Text by Colin McWilliam
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Scotland Laughing, The Humour of the Scot by W. B. Burnett, 1960, Signed
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Reflections of Old Perth, A Perth Museum & Art Gallery & Melven Press Publication, 1979
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Around North East Fife by John M. Pearson, 1992
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Around Scotland by Paul Goldfinch
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Profit Not Loss, The Story of The Baikies of Tankerness by Bryce Wilson, 2003
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The Story of James Maxton M.P, 1885-1946, 1985
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The Cairngorms, The Scottish Mountaineering Club Guide by Sir Henry Alexander, 1950
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Scotland in the Age of Improvement edited by N.T. Phillipson and Rosalind Mitchison, 1996
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Portpatrick Through The Ages by R. R. Cunningham, 1985
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A-Z of Scottish Castles, a Traveller's Guide by Brian Wakefield
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General Wade's Legacy, The 18th Century Military Road System in Perthshire by Lindsay Farquharson, 2011
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Aberdeen 1800-2000 A New History Edited by W. Hamish Fraser and Clive H. Lee, 2000
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