Overview
From prehistory to the present day, the story of Edinburgh is packed with incident and drama. As Scotland's capital since 1437, the city has witnessed many of the key events which have shaped the nation. But Edinburgh has always been much more than just a political centre. During the Enlightenment, it was one the intellectual powerhouses of Europe, and in the twentieth century it became the arts capital of the world with the founding of its many festivals. Finance, religion, education and industry are also important parts of the story. Alistair Moffat explores these themes and many more, showing how the city has grown, changed and adapted over the centuries. He introduces Edinburgh's famous places and people including monarchs, murderers, writers and philosophers as well as the ordinary citizens who have contributed so much to the life of one of the world's best-known and most beautiful cites.
Full Product Details
Author: Alistair Moffat
Publisher: Birlinn General
Imprint: Birlinn Ltd
Dimensions:
Width: 13.80cm
, Height: 1.80cm
, Length: 21.60cm
Weight: 0.336kg
ISBN: 9781780279053
ISBN 10: 1780279051
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 03 October 2024
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
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Reviews
'A very enjoyable book to dip into or to read in one sitting' * Current Archaeology * 'a thoroughly readable encapsulation of the history of what for many is the greatest city in the world ... approachable and well-written' -- Ken Lussey * Undiscovered Scotland * 'an engaging biography of the Scottish capital...Moffat has a real talent for description, ably conjuring vivid images of landscapes and historical events through his words ... A very enjoyable book to dip into or to read in one sitting' * Past.com * 'engrossing... with fascinating detail, and storytelling skill... Moffat writes with flair and imagination' -- David Robinson * Books from Scotland * 'Moffat’s colourful and concise history of the capital covers the best part of a millennium with a light, readable touch' -- Rosemary Goring * The Herald, 10 Books to Read Right Now *
'a thoroughly readable encapsulation of the history of what for many is the greatest city in the world ... approachable and well-written' -- Ken Lussey * Undiscovered Scotland *
Author Information
Alistair Moffat was born and bred in the Scottish Borders. A former Director of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Director of Programmes at Scottish Television and founder of the Borders Book Festival, he is also the author of a number of highly acclaimed books. From 2011 he was Rector of the University of St Andrews. He has written more than thirty books on Scottish history.
