A first edition copy of The Capital of Scotland: A Twentieth-Century Contemplation on Edinburgh by Moray McLaren, published in 1950 by Douglas & Foulis, Edinburgh.
Written to celebrate the city of Edinburgh during the mid-twentieth century, this thoughtful work explores the capital's history, architecture, traditions and distinctive character. McLaren combines historical narrative with observations on modern Edinburgh, creating an engaging portrait of one of Britain's most historic cities. The volume is illustrated throughout with monochrome plates depicting many of the city's best-known landmarks.
Presented in the original black cloth binding and retaining its original dust jacket, the book remains in very good internal condition. The dust jacket shows age-related wear with small losses and tears to the extremities together with light staining, while the contents remain clean and well preserved.
A desirable addition for collectors of Edinburgh history, Scottish topography and twentieth-century Scottish literature.
Key Information
- Title: The Capital of Scotland: A Twentieth-Century Contemplation on Edinburgh
- Author: Moray McLaren
- Publisher: Douglas & Foulis
- Place of Publication: Edinburgh
- Publication Date: 1950
- Edition: First Edition
- Binding: Original black cloth
- Dust Jacket: Yes – original dust jacket
- Illustrations: Monochrome plates throughout
- Language: English
- Format: Hardback
Condition Report
- Original black cloth binding in very good condition.
- Original dust jacket present with edge wear, small tears and minor losses.
- Light staining and age toning to the dust jacket.
- Binding firm and secure.
- Internally clean with bright pages.
- No inscriptions visible in the photographs.
- Overall a very good copy with an increasingly scarce original dust jacket.