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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Salt of the Earth: A Scottish Peoples' History by Howard Mitchell, 2001
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A Colourmaster Guide to Scottish Castles
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"See, When You Look Back..." Clydeside Reminiscences of the Home Front, 1939-45 by Margaret Bennett, Signed
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Renfrewshire, A Scottish County's Hidden Past by Derek Alexander and Gordon McCrae, 2012
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When I Was Young: Voices From Lost Communities in Scotland, The Islands by Timothy Neat, 2000, Signed
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The Horseman's Word: Blacksmiths and Horsemanship in Twentieth-Century Scotland by Timothy Neat, 2002
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Sir William Burrell's Northern Tour, 1758, Edited by John G. Dunbar, 1997
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The New Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border 1805-2005 by Walter Elliot, 2006
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A History of the Highland Clearances, Agrarian Transformation and the Evictions 1746-1886 by Eric Richards
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None Dare Oppose, The Laird, The Beast and the People of Lewis by John MacLeod, 2010
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A Noble And Potent Lady, Katherine Campbell, Countess of Crawford by Mary Verschuur, 2006
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Studying Scottish History, Literature & Culture Edited by Ian Donnacie, 1996
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Going To The Pictures, Scottish Memories of Cinema by Andrew Martin, 2000
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Stells Stools Strupag, A Personal Reminiscence of Sheep, Sheepherding, Farming and the Social Activities of a Highland Parish by Campbell Slimon
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The Life & Legacy of Alexander Carmichael, Edited by Domhnall Uilleam Stiubhart, 2008
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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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