Scottish studies Archives - Edinburgh University Press Blog

A parcel of rogues in a nation? Twenty-five years of the Scottish Parliament

David McCrone explores public opinion on the devolved Scottish Parliament over the past 25 years.

The authors of The Triumph of Textiles discuss poverty and prosperity during Dundee's time as a textile town

Vaughn Scribner on Dr. Alexander Hamilton, transatlantic voyages past and present, and finding connection in far-flung places.

The surprising role of scripture in developing scientific theories of the universe in 19th-century Scotland.

Robin Jackson explores the life and extraordinary range of work of 20th century German artist Hermann Gross

Meet a key figure of the women's movement of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century.

Thomas Archambaud explores the life and reputation of writer, politician, clan champion and colonial agent James Macpherson.

Is there any such thing as a new idea? Bryony Coombs discusses similarities in artistic expression, centuries apart.

Scotland's National Librarian discusses the place of libraries in our cultural landscape.