A first edition copy of The Bailies of Leith: A Miscellany of Historical Articles and Sketches, compiled by D. Robertson, Town Clerk of Leith, and published by Charles Thomson, Leith, in 1915.
Drawing extensively upon the records preserved in Leith Town Hall, this fascinating work explores the history of Scotland's historic port through a collection of essays, documents and sketches. Richly illustrated with photographic plates, it provides valuable insight into the civic government, prominent citizens and maritime heritage of Leith during the centuries before its incorporation into Edinburgh.
This copy is bound in the original red publisher's cloth with gilt lettering to the upper board and spine. The binding remains bright and attractive, with only light signs of handling. Internally the book is clean and well preserved, retaining sharp photographic illustrations throughout.
A desirable reference work for collectors of Scottish local history, Leith memorabilia and early twentieth-century historical publications.
Key Information
- Title: The Bailies of Leith
- Subtitle: A Miscellany of Historical Articles and Sketches
- Author: D. Robertson, M.A., LL.B., S.S.C.
- Publisher: Charles Thomson
- Place of Publication: Leith
- Publication Date: 1915
- Edition: First Edition
- Binding: Original publisher's red cloth with gilt lettering
- Dust Jacket: No (as issued)
- Illustrations: Black and white photographic plates
- Language: English
- Format: Hardback
Condition Report
- Original red cloth binding in very good condition.
- Gilt lettering to spine and front board remains bright and crisp.
- Light rubbing and minor shelf wear consistent with age.
- Binding firm and square.
- Internally clean with bright pages.
- Light age toning to page edges.
- Former Stirling District Public Library and Stirling Public Library stamps to the title page.
- Overall a very good and well-preserved first edition.