A good copy of Shrines and Homes of Scotland by Sir John Stirling Maxwell, published by Alexander MacLehose & Co., London, in 1937.
This well-regarded work celebrates Scotland's historic castles, tower houses, country houses and architectural heritage. Illustrated throughout with approximately 200 black and white photographs, it documents many important buildings as they appeared during the early twentieth century, making it both an attractive reference work and a valuable historical record.
Bound in the publisher's original blue cloth with gilt lettering to the spine, the book remains sound and complete. The pages are clean with only light age-related toning, while the page edges show some roughness and minor wear from use. The binding remains firm.
An excellent addition for collectors of Scottish history, architecture and country houses.
Key Information
- Title: Shrines and Homes of Scotland
- Author: Sir John Stirling Maxwell, Bt., K.T.
- Publisher: Alexander MacLehose & Co.
- Place of Publication: London
- Publication Date: 1937
- Edition: First Edition
- Binding: Original blue cloth with gilt titles
- Illustrations: Approximately 200 monochrome photographic illustrations
- Language: English
- Format: Hardback
Condition Report
- Original blue cloth binding in good order with light shelf wear.
- Gilt spine lettering remains clear.
- Binding sound and secure.
- Internally clean throughout.
- Page edges display some roughness and minor edge wear from opening, as shown in the photographs.
- No significant foxing noted from the images provided.
- Overall a good, honest copy suitable for both reference and collection.