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| Series | Volume | Citation | Subject | Keywords | Article |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original | 1 | William Cowan, ‘The Buildings at the East End of Princes Street and Corner of the North Bridge: A Chapter in the Early History of the New Town of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 1 (1908), pp. 137–154. | Examination of the historical development and significance of the buildings at the east end of Princes Street and the corner of the North Bridge in Edinburgh’s New Town. | Princes Street, North Bridge, New Town development, 18th century, urban planning, architectural history | |
| Original | 1 | John Geddie, ‘Sculptured Stones of Old Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 1 (1908), pp. 77–135. | Historical exploration of sculptured stones in Edinburgh, focusing on their significance and preservation, with a special emphasis on the ‘Dean Group’ of stones associated with the Nisbet family. | sculptured stones, Dean House, Nisbet family, architectural history, heraldic carvings, urban archaeology | |
| Original | 1 | Bruce J. Home, ‘Provisional List of Old Houses Remaining in High Street and Canongate of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 1 (1908), pp. 1–30. | Survey and historical record of the old houses remaining in Edinburgh’s High Street and Canongate, emphasising their architectural and historical significance. | High Street, Canongate, historical buildings, urban development, architectural history, building preservation, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century | |
| Original | 1 | John Cameron Robbie, ‘The Embalming of Montrose’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 1 (1908), pp. 31–46. | Historical account of the execution, embalming, and state funeral of James Graham, Marquis of Montrose, in 17th century Edinburgh | James Graham, Marquis of Montrose, 17th century, St Giles’ Cathedral, Scottish royalists, execution, state funeral | |
| Original | 1 | John A. Fairley, ‘The Pantheon: An Old Edinburgh Debating Society’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 1 (1908), pp. 47–75. | An exploration of Edinburgh’s Pantheon debating society, a prominent intellectual and social club active in the 18th and early 19th centuries. | Pantheon Society, 18th century, 19th century, debating clubs, St Andrew’s Chapel, Robinhood Society, social clubs, Allan Ramsay, Robert Fergusson | |
| Original | 2 | Bruce J. Home, ‘The Cannon-Ball House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 2 (1909), pp. 117–119. | History and architectural features of the Cannon-Ball House on Castle Hill, Edinburgh, including its survival through multiple sieges. | Cannon-Ball House, Castle Hill, Cromwell's siege, 1689 siege, 1745 siege, historical architecture, 17th century, 18th century | |
| Original | 2 | James B. Sutherland, ‘An Eighteenth-Century Survival: The Wagering Club, 1775’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 2 (1909), pp. 149–166. | History and tradition of the Wagering Club established in Edinburgh in 1775, focusing on its unique practices and societal contributions. | Wagering Club, 18th century, social clubs, societies, Bain Whyt, social history, club traditions, historical wagers | |
| Original | 2 | John Geddie, ‘The Sculptured Stones of Edinburgh II: The West-End and Dalry Groups’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 2 (1909), pp. 121–147. | Exploration of the sculptured stones and architectural heritage in the West End and Dalry areas of Edinburgh, with a focus on their historical and cultural significance. | Sculptured stones, West End, Dalry, architectural heritage, urban development, historical buildings, 18th century | |
| Original | 2 | James Steuart, ‘At the Back of St. James’s Square’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 2 (1909), pp. 167–175. | Historical narrative of the development and transformation of the area behind St. James’s Square, Edinburgh, from the 18th century to the early 20th century. | St James’s Square, urban development, Thomas Ruddiman, Cleland's Yards, 18th century, 19th century, architectural history | |
| Original | 2 | James Jamieson, ‘The Edinburgh Street Traders and Their Cries’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 2 (1909), pp. 177–223. | Exploration of the historical street traders of Edinburgh and their characteristic cries, focusing on their social and cultural impact from the 15th to the 19th centuries. | street traders, historical cries, urban culture, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, market history, urban life | |
| Original | 2 | Frances Caird Inglis, ‘A Record of the Positions of Old Cellars and Relics Discovered During the Excavations for the New Chapel at St. Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 2 (1909), pp. 225–229. | Documentation of cellars and relics uncovered during excavations for the new Knights of the Thistle Chapel at St. Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh | St Giles’ Cathedral, archaeological excavation, Knights of the Thistle, old cellars, religious relics, medieval Edinburgh | |
| Original | 2 | W. Moir Bryce, ‘The Covenanters’ Prison in the Inner Greyfriars Yard, Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 2 (1909), pp. 81–115. | Historical account of the imprisonment of the Covenanters in Greyfriars Yard, Edinburgh, following the Battle of Bothwell Bridge in 1679. | Covenanters, Greyfriars, Bothwell Bridge, 1679, religious persecution, Presbyterianism, Scottish history | |
| Original | 2 | W. Moir Bryce, ‘The Flodden Wall of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 2 (1909), pp. 61–79. | Examination of the construction, historical significance, and preservation of the Flodden Wall in Edinburgh, built after the Battle of Flodden in 1513 | Flodden Wall, Battle of Flodden, city defences, 16th century, urban fortifications, Scottish architecture | |
| Original | 2 | W. B. Blaikie, ‘Edinburgh at the Time of the Occupation of Prince Charles’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 2 (1909), pp. 1–60. | Detailed account of Edinburgh's conditions and societal responses during the 1745 Jacobite occupation led by Prince Charles Edward Stuart. | 1745, Jacobites, Prince Charles Edward, military occupation, civic response, 18th century | |
| Original | 2 | Thomas Ross, ‘Statues of Justice and Mercy, from the Old Parliament House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 2 (1909), pp. 231–237. | A study of the statues of Justice and Mercy from the Old Parliament House in Edinburgh, focusing on their history, relocation, and artistic significance. | Parliament House, Justice statue, Mercy statue, architectural sculpture, 17th century, Scottish artists | |
| Original | 3 | Sir James Balfour Paul, ‘The Armorial Bearings of the City of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 3 (1910), pp. 1–12. | Detailed exploration of the armorial bearings and heraldic symbols associated with the city of Edinburgh. | armorial bearings, heraldry, city symbols, Lyon King of Arms, civic history, Edinburgh seals | |
| Original | 3 | Harry Cockburn, ‘An Account of the Friday Club by Lord Cockburn’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 3 (1910), pp. 105–178. | History of the Friday Club and other social clubs in Edinburgh, focusing on the manuscript account by Lord Cockburn. | Friday Club, Lord Cockburn, social clubs,19th century, Henry Cockburn, societies, historical manuscripts | |
| Original | 3 | Thomas B. Whitson, ‘Lady Stair's House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 3 (1910), pp. 243–252. | Historical and architectural significance of Lady Stair's House in Edinburgh. | Lady Stair’s House, Lady Stair, architectural heritage, building preservation | |
| Original | 3 | John Geddie, ‘The Sculptured Stones of Edinburgh: III. Miscellaneous’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 3 (1910), pp. 179–206. | A survey of miscellaneous sculptured stones in Edinburgh, focusing on their historical and cultural significance, origins, and current locations. | sculptured stones, armorial bearings, Coltbridge, Corstorphine, Roseburn, Saughton, historical symbols, heraldic stones, Forrester family | |
| Original | 3 | W. Moir Bryce, ‘Black Friars of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 3 (1910), pp. 13–104. | The history of the Black Friars in Edinburgh, focusing on their establishment, activities, and influence on the city’s religious and social life. | Black Friars, Dominican Order, religious history, Reformation, medieval Edinburgh, Robert the Bruce, John Knox | |
| Original | 3 | Ralph Richardson, ‘The History of Parliament Square: Being an Historical Notice of the Southern Precincts of the Church of St. Giles, Edinburgh,’ Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 3 (1910), pp. 207–242. | Historical evolution of Parliament Square in Edinburgh, focusing on its development, cultural significance, and transformation from ecclesiastical grounds to a civic space. | Parliament Square, St Giles Church, John Knox, Scottish Parliament, Reformation, Cowgate, burial grounds, Parliament House | |
| Original | 4 | John Geddie, ‘The Sculptured Stones of Edinburgh IV: Wrychtis-Housis’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 4 (1911), pp. 55–73. | The history and remnants of Wrychtis-Housis (Wright’s Houses), a baronial mansion in Edinburgh, including its sculptured stones and heraldic significance. | Wrychtis-Housis, Wright’s Houses, 17th century, sculptured stones, heraldry, Napier family, Borough Muir, Gillespie’s Hospital | |
| Original | 4 | W. T. Oldrieve, ‘Recent Excavations and Researches at Holyrood’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 4 (1911), pp. 191–194. | Excavations and architectural findings at Holyrood Abbey, uncovering its original layout, foundations, and historical significance. | Holyrood Abbey, medieval church, medieval Edinburgh, archaeological excavations, chapter-house, early Christian graves | |
| Original | 4 | William Baird, ‘George Drummond: An Eighteenth Century Lord Provost’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 4 (1911), pp. 1–54. | The life and contributions of George Drummond, Lord Provost of Edinburgh, focusing on his civic, political, and social influence in the 18th century. | George Drummond, Lord Provost, 18th century, civic reforms, Royal Infirmary, urban development, Scottish Enlightenment, Porteous Mob, diary | |
| Original | 4 | William Burnett, ‘The Society of Friendly Contributors of Restalrig’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 4 (1911), pp. 153–189. | The history of the Society of Friendly Contributors of Restalrig, focusing on its social, charitable, and burial customs in Edinburgh. | Restalrig, Friendly Contributors, mortcloths, burial customs, parish societies, charitable societies, community welfare, 18th century, 19th century | |
| Original | 4 | Thomas Ross, 'An Old Edinburgh Monument Now in Perthshire', Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 4 (1911), pp. 145–152. | The history and relocation of an ancient Edinburgh monument, now housed in Perthshire, focusing on its origins, design, and historical significance. | monument relocation, Perthshire, 17th century, architectural heritage, Scottish monuments, historical preservation, Somervell, Rattray | |
| Original | 4 | John A. Fairley, ‘The Old Tolbooth: with Extracts from the Original Records’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 4 (1911), pp. 55–73. | A detailed historical account of Edinburgh’s Old Tolbooth, focusing on its role as a prison, its architecture, and its connection to key events in the city's legal and civic life. | Old Tolbooth, prison records, 15th century, 16th century, 17th century, legal history, political prisoners, executions, Scottish architecture | |
| Original | 5 | Andrew E. Murray, ‘Moubray House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 5 (1912), pp. 157–162. | The architectural and historical significance of Moubray House in Edinburgh, highlighting its restoration and connection to local heritage. | Moubray House, High Street, 16th century, John Knox’s House, building restoration, Scottish architecture, Cockburn Association | |
| Original | 5 | John A. Fairley, ‘The Old Tolbooth: Extracts from the Original Records’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 5 (1912), pp. 95–155. | The Old Tolbooth prison in Edinburgh and its historical records, focusing on the incarceration of individuals for various crimes and political reasons. | Old Tolbooth, prison records, 17th century, legal history, crime, punishment, political prisoners, Covenanters, witchcraft trials, debtors | |
| Original | 5 | Rev. Henry Paton, ‘Letters from John Bonar to William Creech Concerning the Formation of the Speculative Society’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 5 (1912), pp. 163–190. | Correspondence between John Bonar and William Creech, documenting the formation and early years of Edinburgh's Speculative Society. | Speculative Society, John Bonar, William Creech, 18th century, societies, intellectual history, Edinburgh University, Scottish Enlightenment | |
| Original | 5 | W. Moir Bryce, ‘Saint Margaret of Scotland and Her Chapel in the Castle of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 5 (1912), pp. 1–66. | The life of Saint Margaret, her influence on Scottish history, and the historical significance of her chapel in Edinburgh Castle. | Saint Margaret, Edinburgh Castle, medieval Edinburgh, Scottish royalty, chapel restoration, building preservation, Malcolm III, religious reform | |
| Original | 5 | William Cowan, ‘The Site of the Black Friars’ Monastery: From the Reformation to the Present Day’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 5 (1912), pp. 67-93. | The post-Reformation history and transformation of the Black Friars’ Monastery site in Edinburgh, focusing on urban development and notable institutions. | Black Friars, monastery, Reformation, urban development, High School of Edinburgh, Surgeons’ Hall, Royal Infirmary | |
| Original | 6 | John A. Fairley, ‘The Old Tolbooth: Extracts from the Original Records’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 6 (1913), pp. 107–157. | Extracts from the records of the Old Tolbooth prison in Edinburgh, detailing events, crimes, and prisoners during the 17th century. | Old Tolbooth, prison records, 17th century, legal history, crime, punishment, political prisoners, Covenanters, witchcraft trials, debtors | |
| Original | 6 | W. T. Oldrieve, ‘David’s Tower at Edinburgh Castle’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 6 (1913), pp. 1–10. | The rediscovery, excavation, and historical analysis of David’s Tower at Edinburgh Castle, including its significance in Scottish history. | David's Tower, Edinburgh Castle, medieval architecture, Half-Moon Battery, archaeological excavations, Scottish royalty, 14th century, 15th century, 16th century | |
| Original | 6 | William Angus, ‘The Incorporated Trade of the Skinners of Edinburgh, with Extracts from Their Minutes, 1549–1603’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 6 (1913), pp. 11-106. | The history and organisational structure of the Skinners of Edinburgh, detailing their contributions to trade, civic duties, and religious life from the 16th to early 17th centuries. | skinners, leather workers, trade guilds, craft incorporations, 16th century, 17th century, religious fraternities, civic duties | |
| Original | 7 | Francis C. Eeles, ‘The Holyrood Ordinale: Preface and Introduction’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 7 (1914), pp. xiii-ciii. | A study of the Holyrood Ordinale, a significant liturgical manuscript from the Augustinian Abbey of Holyrood, including its transcription, history, and liturgical context. | Holyrood Ordinale, Augustinian Canons, Scottish liturgy, medieval Edinburgh, monastic history, manuscript transcription, medieval liturgy, Holyrood Abbey | |
| Original | 7 | Francis C. Eeles, ‘The Holyrood Ordinale: Text, Manual, and Litany’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 7 (1914), pp. 1–216. | A transcription and analysis of the Holyrood Ordinale, detailing its liturgical texts, manuals, and litanies, reflecting the monastic life of the Augustinian Abbey of Holyrood. | Holyrood Ordinale, medieval liturgy, manuscript transcription, Augustinian canons, medieval Edinburgh, religious texts, Holyrood Abbey | |
| Original | 8 | John A. Fairley, ‘The Old Tolbooth: Extracts from the Original Records (Continued)’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 8 (1915), pp. 101–158. | Further records from Edinburgh's Old Tolbooth prison, detailing the detention and legal proceedings of prisoners, including political figures, criminals, and religious dissenters in the late 17th century. | Old Tolbooth, prison records, crime, punishment, 17th century, legal history, political prisoners, Covenanters, witchcraft trials | |
| Original | 8 | R. K. Hannay, ‘The Visitation of the College of Edinburgh in 1690’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 8 (1915), pp. 79–100. | The 1690 visitation of the College of Edinburgh, examining the political and religious tensions surrounding the faculty, schoolmasters, and staff. | College of Edinburgh, church visitation, religious controversy, Scottish universities, faculty dismissals, Presbyterian settlement, 17th century, Alexander Monro | |
| Original | 8 | Thomas Ross and G. Baldwin Brown, ‘The Magdalen Chapel, Cowgate, Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 8 (1915), pp. 1–78. | A comprehensive architectural and historical study of the Magdalen Chapel, detailing its founding, construction, and significance within the context of Edinburgh’s religious and guild history. | Magdalen Chapel, Cowgate, Hammermen's Incorporation, metalworking trades, architectural history, guilds, religious history, 16th century | |
| Original | 8 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘John Wesley in Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 8, (1915), pp. 159–203. | John Wesley’s visits to Edinburgh, his interactions with local figures, and his experiences preaching and engaging with the Scottish religious community in the 18th century. | John Wesley, Methodism, 18th century, religion in Scotland, Lady Glenorchy, Lady Maxwell, Calvinism | |
| Original | 8 | W. Moir Bryce, ‘The Ancient Regalia of Scotland’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 8 (1915), pp. 205–211. | The history, preservation, and rediscovery of the ancient regalia of Scotland, including the Crown, Sceptre, and Sword of State, and their significance in the country's heritage. | Scottish regalia, Crown of Scotland, Dunnottar Castle, James IV, 17th century, 19th century, royal insignia | |
| Original | 9 | R. K. Hannay, ‘Incidents and Documents, 1513–1523’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 9 (1916), pp. 1-48. | A collection of documents and commentary detailing key events in Edinburgh between 1513 and 1523, focusing on political, military, and civic developments following the Battle of Flodden. | 16th century, Duke of Albany, James V, Battle of Flodden, Flodden aftermath, Margaret Tudor, Edinburgh Castle | |
| Original | 9 | John A. Fairley, ‘The Old Tolbooth: Extracts from the Original Records (Continued)’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 9 (1916), pp. 115–176. | A continuation of extracts from the records of Edinburgh's Old Tolbooth, detailing events, legal cases, and imprisonments during the late 17th century. | Old Tolbooth, prison records, 17th century, legal history, political prisoners, Covenanters, crime, punishment | |
| Original | 9 | John C. Guy, ‘Edinburgh Engravers’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 9 (1916), pp. 79–113. | The development of engraving in Edinburgh from the 17th to the 19th century, focusing on prominent engravers and their contributions to the city's artistic heritage. | engraving, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, Richard Cooper, Robert Strange, John Kay, Scottish art | |
| Original | 9 | James Jamieson, ‘The Sedan Chair in Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 9 (1916), pp. 177–234. | The history and use of sedan chairs in Edinburgh, from their introduction in the 17th century to their decline in the 19th century, highlighting their cultural and social significance. | sedan chairs, 17th century, urban transport, sedan chairmen, social customs, Scottish culture | |
| Original | 9 | R. K. Hannay, ‘Shipping and the Staple, 1515–1531’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 9 (1916), pp. 49–77. | An analysis of Edinburgh’s shipping trade and the Scottish Staple during the early 16th century, highlighting political, economic, and diplomatic challenges in foreign trade. | Scottish Staple, shipping, 16th century, Low Countries, trade routes, Scottish merchants, Leith, merchants | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce and Thomas Ross, ‘Key Plan of the Burgh Muir’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), frontispiece. | A map of the Burgh Muir of Edinburgh, showing both modern areas, from the Meadows south to the Braid Hills, and historical sites mentioned in Volume 10 of the Book of the Old Edinburgh Club. | Burgh Muir, location map, Bruntsfield, Grange, Greenhill, Morningside, Blackford and Mayfield, Newington, Sciennes | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘Bruntsfield Links’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 239–252. | The historical development and use of Bruntsfield Links in Edinburgh, focusing on its role as a recreational space and its connections to golf and local industries. | Bruntsfield Links, Burgh Muir, golf, quarrying, public recreation, land use, 17th century, 18th century | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Easter Burgh Muir’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 211–226. | The historical development, land divisions, and uses of the Easter Burgh Muir in Edinburgh, with details of land transactions and key events affecting the area. | Easter Burgh Muir, land divisions, feudal tenure, 16th century, urban development, Newington | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Estate of Bruntsfield’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 17–35. | The history of the Bruntsfield estate in Edinburgh, detailing its ownership, development, and role in the city's urban and architectural history. | Bruntsfield estate, Warrender family, land ownership, 16th century, Burgh Muir, urban development, 16th century, 17th century | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Flodden Campaign and the Burgh Muir’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 76–83. | The role of Edinburgh’s Burgh Muir in the Flodden Campaign of 1513, focusing on the military assembly and the aftermath of the Scottish defeat. | Battle of Flodden, Burgh Muir, James IV, Scottish army, 16th century, military history | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Magistrates and Their Jurisdiction’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 83–96. | The jurisdiction and authority of Edinburgh’s magistrates, focusing on their role in administering justice, including public executions on the Burgh Muir. | magistrates, 16th century, 17th century, Burgh Muir, public executions, criminal justice, gallows | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Forest of Drumselch and the Burgh Muir’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 1–5. | The transformation of the Forest of Drumselch into the Burgh Muir, highlighting its historical significance and role in Edinburgh’s development. | Forest of Drumselch, Burgh Muir, David I, land use, urban development, 12th century, medieval Edinburgh | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Grange of St. Giles’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 6–17. | The historical significance of the Grange of St. Giles in Edinburgh, detailing its early ownership, development, and religious connections. | Grange of St. Giles, David I, church lands, Holm Cultram, medieval Scotland, religious endowments, medieval Edinburgh | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘King James V. and the Burgh Muir’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 153–166. | The involvement of King James V in the management and allocation of the Burgh Muir, including land disputes and political manoeuvring involving Edinburgh’s Common Myre. | James V, Burgh Muir, Common Myre, 16th century, land disputes, George Steill | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The King's Charter of 1508 and the Burgh Muir’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 66–76. | The 1508 royal charter granting Edinburgh the right to develop and manage the Burgh Muir, including the authority to lease lands and establish jurisdiction. | King's Charter 1508, 16th century, Burgh Muir, Common Myre, land development, feudal tenure, Scots law | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Lands of Whitehouse’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 35–54. | The historical ownership, development, and transformation of the Lands of Whitehouse in Edinburgh, from the 15th century to the early 20th century. | Whitehouse, Burgh Muir, Hogstoun, Warrender family, land ownership, 15th century, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, urban development | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Great Plague of 1585’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 184–189. | The outbreak of the plague in Edinburgh in 1585, focusing on the city's efforts to contain the epidemic and the role of the Burgh Muir in managing the infected. | plague, Burgh Muir, public health, epidemic control, 16th century, quarantine | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Convent of Saint Catherine of Siena’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 96–153. | The establishment, history, and significance of the Convent of Saint Catherine of Siena in Edinburgh, focusing on its Dominican connections and its role in 16th-century religious life. | Saint Catherine of Siena, Dominican nuns, 16th century, convent life, Burgh Muir, religious orders, Sciennes | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Society of Brewers in Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 226–239. | The history of the Fellowship and Society of Brewers of Ale and Beer in Edinburgh, focusing on its establishment, operations, and influence on the city’s brewing industry. | brewers, Fellowship of Brewers, 16th century, Burgh Muir, brewing industry, public company | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The South or Burgh Loch’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 253–263. | The history and transformation of the South or Burgh Loch in Edinburgh, focusing on its drainage, urbanisation, and its use during the plague and beyond. | South Loch, Burgh Muir, 16th century, 17th century, public health, plague, drainage, urban development, Meadows | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘St. Roque’s Chapel and the Lands of Canaan’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 167–183. | The history of St. Roque’s Chapel in Edinburgh and the surrounding Lands of Canaan, detailing their religious, social, and urban development over time. | St. Roque’s Chapel, Lands of Canaan, Burgh Muir, plague victims, medieval Edinburgh, religious chapels, 16th century | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Muir: From David I to James IV’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 55–66. | The historical development of the Burgh Muir in Edinburgh, from its origins in the reign of David I to its role in the time of James IV. | Burgh Muir, David I, James IV, land use, urban development, royal hunting grounds, medieval Edinburgh | |
| Original | 10 | William Moir Bryce, ‘The Wester Burgh Muir’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 10 (1918), pp. 189–210. | The historical significance and evolution of the Wester Burgh Muir, focusing on its military, agricultural, and urban developments from the 16th century onwards. | Wester Burgh Muir, military rendezvous, land feuing, urban development, plague, quarantine, 16th century | |
| Original | 11 | Henry F. Kerr, ‘Map of Edinburgh in the Mid-Eighteenth Century’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 11 (1922), pp. 1–19. | A detailed map of Edinburgh in the mid-18th century, highlighting significant locations, buildings, and historical sites, compiled using a variety of sources. | 18th century, maps, urban development, historical landmarks, Old Town, New Town | |
| Original | 11 | John A. Fairley, ‘The Old Tolbooth: Extracts from the Original Records (Continued)’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 11 (1922), pp. 21–73. | Further extracts from Edinburgh's Old Tolbooth records, detailing legal cases, imprisonments, and events from the late 17th century, focusing on political and criminal trials. | Old Tolbooth, 17th century, prison records, Covenanters, legal history, political prisoners, crime, punishment | |
| Original | 11 | R. K. Hannay, ‘On the Antecedents of the College of Justice’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 11 (1922), pp. 87–123. | The historical development of the College of Justice in Scotland, focusing on the influences and events leading to its foundation by King James V in 1532. | College of Justice, Court of Session, legal history, James V, Scottish Parliament, 16th century, Scots law | |
| Original | 11 | Thomas Ross, G. Baldwin Brown, and W. Forbes Gray, ‘The Tailors’ Hall, Cowgate’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 11 (1922), pp. 125–171. | The architectural and historical significance of Tailors’ Hall in Edinburgh, focusing on its construction, connection to the Tailor Craft Incorporation, and its evolution through the centuries. | Tailors’ Hall, Cowgate, tailors, trade guilds, 17th century, Scottish architecture, St Giles’ Church | |
| Original | 11 | Walter Edwin Peck, ‘Shelley in Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 11 (1922), pp. 75–85. | Percy Bysshe Shelley's visits to Edinburgh, focusing on his marriage to Harriet Westbrook and their experiences during their stays in the city. | Percy Bysshe Shelley, Harriet Westbrook, 19th century, marriage, Leith Wynd Chapel, Scots law | |
| Original | 12 | Charles B. Boog Watson, ‘The Closes and Wynds of Old Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 12 (1923), pp. 1–156. | A detailed exploration of the names, histories, and locations of the closes and wynds in Edinburgh's Old Town, from medieval times through the 19th century. | closes, wynds, Old Town, street names, urban development, 18th century, 19th century, urban planning | |
| Original | 12 | F. C. Mears, ‘Drawings of Lawnmarket and Castlehill by Thomas Hamilton’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 12 (1923), pp. 249–250. | A detailed look at Thomas Hamilton’s architectural drawings of the Lawnmarket and Castlehill in Edinburgh, highlighting his contributions to city planning and preservation. | Thomas Hamilton, Lawnmarket, Castlehill, architectural drawings, 19th century, urban planning, building preservation | |
| Original | 12 | John A. Fairley, ‘The Old Tolbooth: Extracts from the Original Records (Continued)’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 12 (1923), pp. 157–208. | A continuation of historical extracts from the records of the Old Tolbooth in Edinburgh, focusing on legal cases and imprisonments from 1679 to 1688. | Old Tolbooth, prison records, 17th century, Covenanters, legal history, political prisoners, crime, punishment | |
| Original | 12 | William Cowan, ‘Maps of Edinburgh 1544–1851’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 12 (1923), pp. 209–247. | A comprehensive catalogue of maps of Edinburgh from 1544 to 1851, detailing the evolution of cartography and the city’s development through historical maps. | maps, cartography, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, New Town, Old Town, James Gordon, William Edgar | |
| Original | 13 | Charles B. Boog Watson, ‘List of Owners of Property in Edinburgh, 1635’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 13 (1924), pp. 93–145. | A compilation of property owners in Edinburgh in 1635, focusing on property valuation, taxation, and land divisions, reflecting the city's social and economic structure. | property ownership, 17th century, taxation, Burgh Muir, land valuation, property roll | |
| Original | 13 | R. K. Hannay and G. P. H. Watson, ‘The Building of the Parliament House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 13 (1924), pp. 1–78. | The architectural and historical development of Edinburgh's Parliament House, focusing on its construction during the reign of Charles I and its role in the city's legal and political life. | Parliament House, Charles I, 17th century, Scottish architecture, legal history, urban development, James Murray | |
| Original | 13 | William Cowan, ‘Bearford’s Parks’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 13 (1924), pp. 79–91. | The history of Bearford’s Parks in Edinburgh, focusing on land ownership, disputes with the town council, and its eventual incorporation into the city’s New Town development. | Bearford’s Parks, land disputes, New Town, Robert Hepburn, 18th century, urban development | |
| Original | 14 | Annie I. Cameron, ‘The Canongate Crafts: An Agreement of 1610’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 14 (1925), pp. 25–44. | The 1610 agreement between four Canongate crafts (Hammermen, Tailors, Baxters, and Cordiners), illustrating their role in Edinburgh’s economic and social fabric. | Canongate, crafts, 17th century, Hammermen, Tailors, Baxters, Cordiners, guilds, bakers, shoemakers, metal working trades | |
| Original | 14 | C. A. Malcolm, ‘The Gardens of the Castle’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 14 (1925), pp. 101–120. | The medieval royal gardens surrounding Edinburgh Castle, detailing their historical significance, uses, and later transformations, particularly in relation to the Burgh Muir. | Edinburgh Castle, royal gardens, Burgh Muir, medieval Edinburgh, David I, James IV | |
| Original | 14 | Henry F. Kerr, ‘The Old Tolbooth of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 14 (1925), pp. 7–23. | The architectural history and historical importance of the Old Tolbooth of Edinburgh, from its construction in the 14th century to its demolition in 1817. | Old Tolbooth, 14th century, 15th century, 16th century, 17th century, prison, Robert II, architectural history, legal history | |
| Original | 14 | Irvine A. Stirling, ‘Mylne Square’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 14 (1925), pp. 45–48. | The design and construction of Mylne Square in Edinburgh by Robert Mylne, focusing on its architectural significance and the social history surrounding its development. | Mylne Square, Robert Mylne, 17th century architecture, urban development, North Bridge Street | |
| Original | 14 | James H. Jamieson, ‘Some Inns of the Eighteenth Century’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 14 (1925), pp. 121–146. | An historical examination of inns in 18th-century Edinburgh, focusing on their role in transportation, social life, and the evolution of hospitality services. | 18th century, inns, stagecoach travel, White Horse Inn, Black Bull Inn, taverns, coaching routes | |
| Original | 14 | John Geddie, ‘The Sculptured Stones of the Royal Mile’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 14 (1925), pp. 49–100. | A detailed exploration of the sculptured stones found along Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, documenting their historical significance, craftsmanship, and connection to the city's past. | sculptured stones, Royal Mile, Old Town, heraldic devices, 16th century, inscriptions | |
| Original | 14 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘Reminiscences of a Town Clerk’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 14 (1925), pp. 147–181. | Personal recollections of James Laurie, Town Clerk of Edinburgh in the 19th century, detailing municipal life, city affairs, and the role of the Town Clerk’s office. | James Laurie, Town Clerk, 19th century, municipal affairs, Edinburgh Corporation, city records | |
| Original | 14 | William Cowan, ‘A Note on Huntly House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 14 (1925), pp. 1–5. | The architectural and historical significance of Huntly House in the Canongate, focusing on its connections to the Gordon family and its later ownership. | Huntly House, Canongate, Gordon family, Hammermen, architectural heritage, 17th century, metal-working trades | |
| Original | 15 | David Robertson, ‘The Burlaw Court of Leith’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 15 (1927), pp. 165–205. | The history and operations of the Burlaw Court in Leith, focusing on its role in settling agricultural disputes, regulating land use, and maintaining community order in the 18th century. | Burlaw Court, Leith, 18th century, land disputes, agricultural law, community justice | |
| Original | 15 | Hugh Hannah, ‘The Sanctuary of Holyrood’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 15 (1927), pp. 55–98. | The historical role of Holyrood Abbey as a sanctuary, focusing on its legal privileges, evolution, and impact on fugitives seeking refuge from legal prosecution in Edinburgh. | Holyrood Abbey, royal sanctuary, legal refuge, medieval law, debtors, medieval Edinburgh, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century | |
| Original | 15 | John Geddie, ‘The Sculptured Stones of the Royal Mile: Part II’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 15 (1927), pp. 99–134. | A continuation of the catalogue of sculptured stones along Edinburgh's Royal Mile, detailing their historical significance, craftsmanship, and locations. | sculptured stones, Royal Mile, Old Town, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, inscriptions, heraldic stones | |
| Original | 15 | Marguerite Wood, ‘The Domestic Affairs of the Burgh, 1554–1589’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 15 (1927), pp. 1–53. | A study of the everyday governance of Edinburgh from 1554 to 1589, covering civic management, trade, law enforcement, and the city's interactions with neighbouring towns. | burgh records, 16th century, civic management, trade regulation, Leith, Reformation | |
| Original | 15 | Robert Thin, ‘The Old Infirmary and Earlier Hospitals’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 15 (1927), pp. 135–163. | A detailed history of Edinburgh’s medical facilities from the medieval period to the 18th century, focusing on hospitals devoted to the care of the sick poor. | Old Infirmary, medieval hospitals, Liberton Leper Hospital, 18th century, healthcare, George Drummond, Royal Infirmary | |
| Original | 15 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘The Melville Monument’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 15 (1927), pp. 207–213. | The history of the construction and financial challenges associated with the Melville Monument in St. Andrew Square, Edinburgh. | Melville Monument, Henry Dundas, St Andrew Square, 19th century, William Burn, Robert Stevenson | |
| Original | 16 | Anon., ‘Siege of the Castle of Edinburgh, 1689’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 16 (1928), pp. 169–213. | A detailed account of the 1689 siege of Edinburgh Castle, focusing on the key figures, events, and political tensions during the Glorious Revolution. | Siege of Edinburgh Castle, 1689, Duke of Gordon, James VII, James II, William of Orange, Glorious Revolution, Jacobites, Convention of Estates | |
| Original | 16 | Anon., ‘A Diurnal of Occurrents, 1513–1575’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 16 (1928), pp. 3–6. | A detailed account of significant events in Edinburgh from 1513 to 1575, reflecting political, social, and cultural changes during this period. | 16th century, Holyrood, Edinburgh Castle, diary, Reformation, political events, sieges, royal decrees | |
| Original | 16 | John Nicoll, ‘Diary of John Nicoll, 1650–1667’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 16 (1928), pp. 31–76. | A personal account of significant events in Edinburgh from 1650 to 1667, including political upheaval, religious tensions, and social challenges during the Cromwellian period. | John Nicoll, Cromwell, 17th century, diary, personal journal, Covenanters, English occupation, political events, Edinburgh Castle | |
| Original | 16 | John Colville (attrib.), ‘Historie and Life of King James the Sext, 1566–1596’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 16 (1928), pp. 15–30. | An historical narrative covering the reign of King James VI of Scotland, with a focus on Edinburgh’s political events from 1566 to 1596, including conflicts between royal factions. | James VI, 16th century, political conflict, civil war, Scottish nobility, Edinburgh Castle | |
| Original | 16 | Thomas Churchyard (attrib.), ‘Journal of the Siege of the Castle of Edinburgh, 1573’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 16 (1928), pp. 7-14. | An account of the 1573 siege of Edinburgh Castle, detailing the English intervention under Sir William Drury and the eventual surrender of the defenders. | Edinburgh Castle, 1573 siege, William Drury, William Kirkcaldy, English intervention, Earl of Morton | |
| Original | 16 | Sir John Lauder of Fountainhall, ‘Fountainhall’s Historical Notices, 1661–1688’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 16 (1928), pp. 77–167. | Historical observations by Sir John Lauder of Fountainhall, detailing political, legal, and social events in Edinburgh and wider Scotland between 1661 and 1688. | Sir John Lauder, Fountainhall, 17th century, Scots law, Covenanters, Scottish politics, legal history, Andrew Ramsay | |
| Original | 16 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘Introduction’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 16 (1928), pp. ix–xxxix. | An introduction outlining the significance of historical documents reprinted from the Bannatyne Club's publications, focusing on the life and history of Edinburgh. | Bannatyne Club, Walter Scott, 16th century, 17th century, Scottish chronicles, Thomas Thomson, David Laing | |
| Original | 17 | E. J. MacRae, ‘Charles II. Statue, Parliament Square’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 17 (1930), pp. 82–90. | The history, design, and restoration of the lead equestrian statue of Charles II in Parliament Square, Edinburgh, highlighting its significance as one of the oldest equestrian statues in Britain. | Charles II, statue, Parliament Square, 17th century, equestrian statues, Robert Mylne, restoration | |
| Original | 17 | H. A. Cockburn, ‘Cockpen House, Castlehill’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 17 (1930), pp. 17–21. | The history and location of the so-called Cockpen House on Castlehill, Edinburgh, and the misidentifications surrounding its ownership and association with the Ramsays and Cockburns. | Cockpen House, Castlehill, Ramsays of Dalhousie, Cockburn family, architectural history, 18th century | |
| Original | 17 | Henry F. Kerr, ‘Gabriel’s and Other Old Roads’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 17 (1930), pp. 76–81. | The historical significance and routes of Edinburgh’s old roads, particularly Gabriel’s Road and its connections to the city’s north and west, as well as the evolution of travel paths through the city. | Gabriel’s Road, old roads, 18th century, Queensferry Road, travel routes, urban development, Stockbridge | |
| Original | 17 | Henry M. Paton, ‘The General Register House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 17 (1930), pp. 147–175. | The architectural and historical development of the General Register House, Edinburgh, focusing on its construction, the preservation of Scotland’s national records, and the building’s modifications over time. | General Register House, Robert Adam, architectural history, public records, 18th century, archival preservation, Scottish heritage | |
| Original | 17 | Hugh Hannah, ‘Sir Daniel Wilson: The Man and His Work’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 17 (1930), pp. 1–16. | The life, achievements, and contributions of Sir Daniel Wilson, focusing on his work as a historian of Edinburgh, his career in Canada, and his influence on antiquarian studies. | Sir Daniel Wilson, antiquarian, Memorials of Edinburgh, 19th century, Scottish heritage, St Margaret’s Chapel | |
| Original | 17 | John Geddie, ‘Sculptured Stones of the Royal Mile: Part III’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 17 (1930), pp. 22–48. | A continuation of the catalogue of sculptured stones along Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, detailing stones from the Netherbow to Holyrood Palace, with classifications and historical context. | sculptured stones, Royal Mile, Canongate, heraldic symbols, inscriptions, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century | |
| Original | 17 | Marguerite Wood, ‘St. Paul’s Work’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 17 (1930), pp. 49–75. | The history of St. Paul’s Work in Edinburgh, from its origins as a medieval hospital to its later use as a weaving manufactory and correction house. | St Paul’s Work, Bishop Spence, 16th century, 17th century, hospital, weaving industry, correction house | |
| Original | 17 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘The Candlemakers of Edinburgh, 1517–1884’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 17 (1930), pp. 91–146. | A comprehensive history of the Candlemakers of Edinburgh, detailing their incorporation, trade practices, and eventual decline due to industrialisation and modern lighting methods. | candlemakers, guilds, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, tallow candles, trade practices, apprenticeships, craft decline | |
| Original | 18 | C. A. Malcolm, ‘Incorporation of Cordiners of the Canongate, 1538–1773’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 18 (1932), pp. 100–150. | The history of the Incorporation of Cordiners in the Canongate, Edinburgh, from its foundation in 1538 to its decline in 1773, highlighting its social, political, and economic role. | cordiners, Canongate, shoemakers, trade guilds, Holyrood, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century | |
| Original | 18 | C. E. S. Chambers, ‘Early Golf at Bruntsfield and Leith’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 18 (1932), pp. 1–10. | The history of golf at Bruntsfield and Leith, focusing on the development of clubs, early players, and key locations associated with the sport from the 17th to the 19th centuries. | golf, Bruntsfield Links, Leith Links, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, Honourable Company of Golfers, golf clubs, Scottish sport, Duncan Forbes, John Biggar | |
| Original | 18 | David Robertson, ‘George IV Bridge and the West Approach’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 18 (1932), pp. 79–99. | The development of George IV Bridge and the West Approach in Edinburgh during the early 19th century, focusing on urban expansion and infrastructure improvements. | George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, 19th century, urban planning, infrastructure, urban expansion, transport routes, William Trotter, Alexander Henderson | |
| Original | 18 | Francis J. Grant, ‘State Ceremonials in Edinburgh in Olden Times’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 18 (1932), pp. 11–32. | A detailed account of the state ceremonials held in Edinburgh from the 17th century, including royal events such as coronations, parliamentary ridings, and royal processions. | state ceremonials, royal coronations, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, Riding of Parliament, Lord Lyon, royal processions, Scottish monarchy | |
| Original | 18 | Henry M. Paton, ‘The Barony of Calton: Part I’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 18 (1932), pp. 33–78. | An exploration of the historical development of the Barony of Calton, focusing on its origins, land ownership, and socio-economic significance from medieval times. | Calton Hill, Barony of Calton, Restalrig, Logan family, 17th century, land ownership, urban development | |
| Original | 18 | John Smith, ‘Notes on Lands of High Riggs, Drumdryan, and Tollcross’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 18 (1932), pp. 151–180. | An historical survey of the lands of High Riggs, Drumdryan, and Tollcross, detailing land ownership, urban development, and notable residents from the 15th to the 19th century. | High Riggs, Drumdryan, Tollcross, land ownership, urban development, 15th century, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, Touris family, Lawson family, McDowall family | |
| Original | 18 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘The Quarrying of Salisbury Crags’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 18 (1932), pp. 181–210. | The history of quarrying operations at Salisbury Crags in Edinburgh, highlighting their impact on the natural landscape, public opposition, and legal actions from the 16th to the 19th century. | Salisbury Crags, quarrying, Royal Park, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, George IV, Lord Haddington, environmental preservation | |
| Original | 19 | Henry M. Paton, ‘The Barony of Calton: Part II’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 19 (1933), pp. 61–121. | The historical evolution of the Barony of Calton from the 17th to the early 19th century, focusing on its development, notable landmarks, and the lives of its inhabitants. | Calton Hill, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, urban development, St Ninian’s Chapel, Craigwell, land ownership, urban development | |
| Original | 19 | James H. Jamieson, ‘Social Assemblies of the 18th Century’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 19 (1933), pp. 30–64. | An historical account of the social gatherings and public assemblies in Edinburgh during the 18th century, focusing on their cultural, social, and entertainment value. | 18th century, social assemblies, public balls, Assembly Rooms, Scottish society | |
| Original | 19 | John Russel, ‘Bonnington: Its Lands and Mansions’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 19 (1933), pp. 121–180. | The historical development of the Bonnington district, including its estates, notable residents, and the evolution of its lands from rural estates to urbanised areas. | Bonnington, Pilrig, land ownership, 18th century, urban development, Bonnington Toll, Leith, Crawford family, Logan family | |
| Original | 19 | Marguerite Wood, ‘The Hammermen of the Canongate: Part I’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 19 (1933), pp. 1–29. | The history and governance of the Hammermen of the Canongate, focusing on their crafts, organisation, and contributions to Edinburgh's economic and social life from the 16th to 17th centuries. | Hammermen, Canongate, guilds, metal working trades, blacksmiths, goldsmiths, saddlers, pewterers, 16th century, 17th century | |
| Original | 19 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘The Musical Society of Edinburgh and St. Cecilia’s Hall’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 19, (1933), pp. 188–221. | The history of the Musical Society of Edinburgh from 1728 to 1801, with a focus on St. Cecilia’s Hall, its concerts, and the prominent figures involved. | Musical Society of Edinburgh, St Cecilia’s Hall, 18th century, Scottish music, Handel, aristocracy, concerts | |
| Original | 20 | David Robertson, ‘The Magistrates and Masters of Leith’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 20 (1935), pp. 61–77. | An historical overview of the Magistrates and Masters of Leith, covering their role in local governance, infrastructure development, and social impact from 1827 to 1841. | Leith, magistrates, local government, 19th century, Leith Town Hall, civic history | |
| Original | 20 | H. M. Anderson, ‘The Grammar School of the Canongate’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 20 (1935), pp. 1–25. | An historical account of the Grammar School of the Canongate, covering its origins, development, and notable figures from its early history to the 19th century. | grammar school, education, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, Scottish education, Holyrood, Canongate, David Vocat, Robert Dormond | |
| Original | 20 | John Smith, ‘Dalry House: Its Lands and Owners’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 20 (1935), pp. 26–60. | The history of Dalry House in Edinburgh, detailing its architecture, ownership, and surrounding lands from the 17th century to the 19th century. | Dalry House, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, Walter Chieslie, Alexander Brand, Walker family, architectural history, urban development | |
| Original | 20 | Marguerite Wood, ‘The Hammermen of the Canongate: Part II’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 20 (1935), pp. 78–110. | A continuation of the history of the Hammermen of the Canongate, focusing on their property management, craft regulations, and interactions with the Edinburgh Town Council from the 17th to 19th centuries. | Hammermen, metal working trades, Canongate, guilds, property management, apprentices, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century | |
| Original | 20 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘An Eighteenth-Century Riding School’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 20 (1935), pp. 111–159. | The history of an 18th-century riding school in Edinburgh, detailing its founding, operations, financial struggles, and notable figures involved. | riding school, 18th century, equestrianism, nobility, Scottish education, horsemanship, Royal Academy for Teaching Exercises, Robert Adam, Earl of Bute | |
| Original | 21 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘General Index to Volumes I–XX of the Book of the Old Edinburgh Club’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 21 (1936), entire volume. | A comprehensive index for the first 20 volumes of the Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, offering a detailed guide to Edinburgh's history, places, and notable figures. | general index, Old Edinburgh Club, volumes I–XX, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, 20th century, research guide, W. Forbes Gray. | |
| Original | 22 | Arthur Birnie, ‘The Edinburgh Charity Workhouse, 1740–1845’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 22 (1938), pp. 38–55. | A detailed history of the Edinburgh Charity Workhouse from its founding in 1740 until its closure in 1845, focusing on its role in poor relief and social welfare. | charity workhouse, poor law, 18th century, 19th century, social welfare, pauperism, Bristo Street | |
| Original | 22 | F. C. Mears and John Russell, ‘The New Town of Edinburgh: Part I’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 22 (1938), pp. 167–200. | The planning, design, and early development of the New Town of Edinburgh during the 18th century, focusing on its architectural innovations and urban expansion. | New Town, 18th century, urban planning, Robert Adam, Georgian architecture, Nor' Loch | |
| Original | 22 | James Smith, ‘The Story of Craigentinny’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 22 (1938), pp. 201–260. | The history of the Craigentinny estate, focusing on its ownership, development, and connection to notable Edinburgh figures and families from the 16th century onwards. | Craigentinny, Logan family, Nisbet family, William Miller, Restalrig, Scottish estates, 16th century | |
| Original | 22 | John Russell, ‘The Builder of Pilrig House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 22 (1938), pp. 160–166. | An historical account of Gilbert Kirkwood, the builder of Pilrig House, highlighting his life, career as a goldsmith, and the construction of the house in 1638. | Pilrig House, Gilbert Kirkwood, 17th century, goldsmiths, land ownership, Balfour family, Foulis family | |
| Original | 22 | John Smith, ‘The Easter and Wester Crofts of Bristo’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 22 (1938), pp. 56–90. | An historical study of the Easter and Wester Crofts of Bristo, examining land ownership, property development, and the role of notable families from the 16th to 18th centuries. | Bristo, Easter and Wester Crofts, land ownership, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, Touris family, Davidson family, urban development, property charters | |
| Original | 22 | Robert Thin, ‘Medical Quacks in Edinburgh in the 18th and 19th Centuries’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 22 (1938), pp. 132–159. | A study of the rise and activities of medical quacks in Edinburgh during the 18th and 19th centuries, focusing on their methods, public reactions, and opposition from the medical profession. | medical quacks, 18th century, 19th century, charlatans, Scottish medicine, public health, mountebanks, Royal College of Physicians | |
| Original | 22 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘The Royal Exchange and Other City Improvements’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 22 (1938), pp. 1–27. | An historical account of the planning and construction of the Royal Exchange and related public works in Edinburgh from 1752 to 1761, focusing on urban improvements led by Lord Provost George Drummond. | Royal Exchange, 18th century, city improvements, Lord Provost, George Drummond, North Bridge, urban development | |
| Original | 22 | W. H. Marwick, ‘The Incorporation of Tailors of the Canongate’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 22 (1938), pp. 91–131. | An historical account of the Incorporation of Tailors of the Canongate, from its formation in the 16th century to its decline in the 19th century, focusing on its governance and economic impact. | tailors, guilds, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, trade regulations, incorporation, Canongate | |
| Original | 22 | W. M. Parker, ‘A Note on the Hopetoun Monument’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 22 (1938), pp. 28–37. | The history and commissioning of the Hopetoun Monument in St. Andrew Square, Edinburgh, dedicated to John Hope, 4th Earl of Hopetoun, including details of its construction and unveiling. | Hopetoun Monument, John Hope, Earl of Hopetoun, St Andrew Square, 19th century, Thomas Campbell, Walter Scott, public sculptures | |
| Original | 22 | William J. Hay, ‘Peter Williamson's Broadside’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 22 (1938), pp. 261–262. | A brief life of Peter Williamson with a reproduction of one of his broadsides listing in sequence the streets, wynds, squares and closes of Edinburgh in 1783. | Peter Williamson, broadside publication, printing, 18th century, street directory, wynds and closes, penny post | |
| Original | 23 | Henry M. Paton, ‘St. Leonard’s Lands and Hospital’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 23 (1940), pp. 111–146. | An historical overview of St. Leonard’s Lands and Hospital in Edinburgh, focusing on land ownership, the establishment of the hospital, and its religious and social role from the 12th century to the 19th century. | St Leonard’s Lands, Holyrood Abbey, hospital, medieval Edinburgh, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, land ownership, religious institutions, David I, urban development | |
| Original | 23 | F. C. Mears and John Russell, ‘The New Town of Edinburgh: Part II’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 23 (1940), pp. 1–37. | A continuation of the history of Edinburgh’s New Town, focusing on the expansion of the Royalty (its area of jurisdiction) and the development of key streets and architectural projects during the late 18th century. | New Town, urban planning, Royalty extension, 18th century, George Drummond, Princes Street, James Craig | |
| Original | 23 | Henry M. Paton, ‘Notes on an Old Lawsuit about Duddingston Mills’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 23 (1940), pp. 101–110. | A legal dispute over water rights and mill operation in Duddingston during the mid-16th century, involving local landowners and the control of Figgate Burn. | Duddingston Mills, 16th century, water rights, Figgate Burn, land ownership, legal disputes, Robert Lawson | |
| Original | 23 | James Smith, ‘The Story of Piershill’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 23 (1940), pp. 63–81. | The history of the Piershill estate, covering its origins, land ownership, and transformation into military barracks in the 18th century, with a focus on notable families and military connections. | Piershill, Restalrig, Colonel Piers, Piershill Barracks, 18th century, land ownership, military history | |
| Original | 23 | Marguerite Wood, ‘The Neighbourhood Book’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 23 (1940), pp. 82–100. | An historical analysis of the Neighbourhood Book, an early 16th century record from Edinburgh detailing disputes over property, boundaries, and urban development, overseen by the Dean of Guild and the Council. | Neighbourhood Book, Dean of Guild, 16th century, property disputes, urban development, Scots law, legal history | |
| Original | 23 | Thomas McCrae, ‘Lord Kames and the North Bridge’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 23 (1940), pp. 147–154. | An analysis of Lord Kames’ role in the planning of the North Bridge project in Edinburgh, focusing on the development of the bridge from the mid-18th century onward. | North Bridge, Lord Kames, 18th century, urban development, urban planning, Royal Mile, George Drummond, Nor’ Loch | |
| Original | 23 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘Gleanings from Scottish Exchequer Reports’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 23 (1940), pp. 38–62. | An exploration of notable cases and administrative developments from the Scottish Exchequer, focusing on revenue matters, property management, and public works from the 18th to early 19th centuries. | Scottish Exchequer, 18th century, 19th century, Holyroodhouse, public works, legal cases, Royal Exchange, Court of Exchequer, Crown revenue | |
| Original | 24 | Charles A. Malcolm, ‘The Diary of George Sandy, Apprentice Writer to the Signet’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 24 (1942), pp. 1–69. | The diary of George Sandy, an apprentice Writer to the Signet, detailing life in Edinburgh in the late 18th century, including personal anecdotes, social observations, and sketches. | diary, personal journal, George Sandy, 18th century, Writer to the Signet, social life, legal apprenticeship, Deacon Brodie | |
| Original | 24 | Henry F. Kerr, ‘Cardinal Beaton’s Palace: Blackfriars’ Wynd’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 24 (1942), pp. 239–246. | An historical account of Cardinal Beaton’s Palace in Blackfriars’ Wynd, Edinburgh, and the architectural and social significance of the surrounding area from the 15th to 19th centuries. | Cardinal Beaton, Blackfriars’ Wynd, 15th century, 16th century, 19th century, Scottish architecture, Dominican Monastery, urban development | |
| Original | 24 | Henry M. Paton, ‘Lands of St. Leonard’s: Southern Section’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 24 (1942), pp. 198–238. | An historical account of the southern section of the lands of St. Leonard’s in Edinburgh, focusing on land ownership, legal disputes, and agricultural development from the 16th to 19th centuries. | St Leonard’s, land ownership, 16th century, agricultural development, legal disputes, Holyrood Abbey | |
| Original | 24 | Henry M. Paton, ‘The Bore Stone’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 24 (1942), pp. 108–125. | An historical analysis of the Bore Stone in Morningside and its association with King James IV’s muster before the Battle of Flodden in 1513, including the examination of its origins and myths. | Bore Stone, James IV, Battle of Flodden, Morningside, Scottish landmarks, Burgh Muir, 16th century | |
| Original | 24 | Marguerite Wood, ‘All the Statelie Buildings of Thomas Robertson: A Building Speculator of the Seventeenth Century’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 24 (1942), pp. 126–151. | An historical exploration of Thomas Robertson, a 17th century building speculator in Edinburgh, focusing on his architectural ventures, financial difficulties, and his impact on the city’s development. | Thomas Robertson, 17th century, building speculation, Parliament Close, Mealmarket, Scottish architecture | |
| Original | 24 | Various Authors, ‘Miscellany’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 24 (1942), pp. 247–252. | A collection of brief historical notes and addenda relating to Edinburgh, covering topics such as local landmarks, 17th century legal documents, and urban development. | Ross House, Bristo House, Gayfield Square, 17th century, urban development, licence to travel, St Leonards, Canongate Church, tennis | |
| Original | 24 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘The Lands of Newington and Their Owners’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 24 (1942), pp. 152–197. | The history of the lands of Newington in Edinburgh, detailing land ownership, development, and the influence of notable families from the 16th to the 19th century. | Newington, land ownership, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, urban development, Blacket Place, Benjamin Bell | |
| Original | 24 | William Mair, ‘Historic Morningside: Lands, Mansions, and Celebrities’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 24 (1942), pp. 70–107. | A comprehensive history of the Morningside area in Edinburgh, covering its estates, mansions, and notable figures from the 16th century to the early 20th century. | Morningside, Greenhill, Napier family, estates, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, urban development | |
| Original | 25 | A. Niven Robertson, ‘Old Dovecotes in and around Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 25 (1945), pp. 146–203. | A detailed study of the historical dovecotes in and around Edinburgh, exploring their architectural features, origins, and roles in social and economic life. | dovecotes, doocots, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, Scottish architecture, feudal estates, Corstorphine, Craigmillar, pigeon houses | |
| Original | 25 | John Clark Wilson, ‘Lands and Houses of Drumsheugh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 25 (1945), pp. 71–89. | The history of the Drumsheugh district in Edinburgh, focusing on its land ownership, the development of houses, and notable residents from the 16th to 19th centuries. | Drumsheugh, land ownership, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, Coates, Ker family, Scott family, Drummond family, Heriot’s Hospital, urban development | |
| Original | 25 | John Mason, ‘The Weavers of Picardy’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 25 (1945), pp. 1–33. | An historical analysis of the French weavers who settled in the hamlet of Picardy, Edinburgh in the 18th century, focusing on their contributions to the Scottish textile industry. | Weavers of Picardy, 18th century, French refugees, cambric weaving, textile industry, Broughton | |
| Original | 25 | Marguerite Wood, ‘Edinburgh Poll Tax Returns’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 25 (1945), pp. 90–126. | An analysis of Edinburgh’s poll tax returns in the 1690s, focusing on the social and economic profiles of its citizens, including their trades, family sizes, and wealth distribution. | poll tax, 17th century, social structure, taxation, tradesmen, family demographics | |
| Original | 25 | Various Authors, ‘Miscellany’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 25 (1945), pp. 204–215. | A collection of brief historical notes and corrections, providing insights into various aspects of Edinburgh’s history, from architectural details to local traditions. | Morningside, tombstone contracts, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, urban landmarks, legal records, porters | |
| Original | 25 | Robert Butchart, ‘Skene Drawings of Old Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 25 (1945), pp. 127–145. | An exploration of the 19th century watercolour drawings by James Skene, depicting the changing architectural and urban landscape of Edinburgh from 1817 to 1837. | James Skene, watercolour drawings, Old Edinburgh, 19th century, architectural landmarks, urban development | |
| Original | 25 | Robert Waterston, ‘Early Paper Making Near Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 25 (1945), pp. 46–70. | An historical account of early paper-making activities near Edinburgh, focusing on the mills and the development of the paper industry from the late 16th century to the 19th century. | paper making, Dalry Mills, Water of Leith, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, printing, Mungo Russell, Nicholas Dupyne | |
| Original | 25 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘Notes on the History of Pilton’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 25 (1945), pp. 34–45. | An historical account of Pilton, Edinburgh, detailing its land ownership, development, and notable families from the 16th century to the 19th century. | Pilton, Rollock family, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, land ownership, McCulloch family, Hugh McCulloch, Ainslie family | |
| Original | 26 | Margaret Tait and W. Forbes Gray, ‘George Square and Brown’s Centrical Area’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 26 (1948), pp. 15–17. | An historical account of George Square in Edinburgh, focusing on its development, architecture, and notable residents, along with the establishment and maintenance of its central garden. | George Square, 18th century, 19th century, urban planning, urban development, James Brown, Centrical Area, architecture, social history | |
| Original | 26 | Margaret Tait and W. Forbes Gray, ‘George Square: Celebrities and Unidentified Houses’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 26 (1948), pp. 132–136. | An historical account of notable residents and their homes in George Square, Edinburgh, focusing on prominent individuals and their contributions to the city's social and political life from the 18th to 19th centuries. | George Square, celebrities, 18th century, Duchess of Gordon, Sir Walter Scott, Lady Ann Lindsay | |
| Original | 26 | Margaret Tait and W. Forbes Gray, ‘George Square: Famous Residents—East Row’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 26 (1948), pp. 109–132. | An historical review of the notable residents and their homes on the east row of George Square, Edinburgh, focusing on their contributions to the city’s social, political, and cultural life. | George Square, notable residents, 18th century, Gilbert Innes, Lord Keith, social history | |
| Original | 26 | Margaret Tait and W. Forbes Gray, 'George Square: Famous Residents—North Row', Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 26 (1948), pp. 33–60. | An historical overview of the notable figures and families who lived along the north row of George Square in Edinburgh, exploring their contributions to society, military, and politics during the 18th and 19th centuries. | George Square, 18th century, Napier family, Lord Stonefield, Sir Ralph Abercromby | |
| Original | 26 | Margaret Tait and W. Forbes Gray, 'George Square: Famous Residents—South Row', Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 26 (1948), pp. 83–109. | An historical overview of the notable residents of the south row of George Square, Edinburgh, detailing their contributions to the city's military, political, and social life during the 18th and 19th centuries. | George Square, notable residents, 18th century, James Brown, Kirkpatrick Sharpe, Robert Campbell of Monzie | |
| Original | 26 | Margaret Tait and W. Forbes Gray, ‘George Square: Famous Residents—West Row’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 26 (1948), pp. 60–83. | An historical account of the notable residents of the west row of George Square, Edinburgh, from the 18th to 19th centuries, focusing on their contributions to military, social, and political life. | George Square, 18th century, James Fraser, Elizabeth Reid, James Grant, social history | |
| Original | 26 | Margaret Tait and W. Forbes Gray, ‘George Square: Historical Background’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 26 (1948), pp. 1–15. | A detailed history of George Square, Edinburgh, from its creation in the 18th century to its role as a prominent social and architectural landmark, with a focus on its development and notable residents. | George Square, 18th century, urban development, architecture, notable residents, James Brown | |
| Original | 26 | Margaret Tait and W. Forbes Gray, ‘George Square: List of Inhabitants 1766–1926’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 26 (1948), pp. 137–164. | A comprehensive list of the inhabitants of George Square, Edinburgh, from 1766 to 1926, detailing their professions, residences, and contributions to the city's social, political, and cultural life. | George Square, 18th century, notable residents, urban development, social history, housing | |
| Original | 26 | Margaret Tait and W. Forbes Gray, ‘George Square: A Note on the Architecture’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 26 (1948), pp. 136–137. | An architectural review of George Square in Edinburgh, focusing on its Georgian design, craftsmanship, and unique features from the late 18th century. | George Square, Georgian architecture, masonry, Adam style, urban development, 18th century. | |
| Original | 26 | Margaret Tait and W. Forbes Gray, ‘George Square: Surroundings in Bygone Times’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 26 (1948), pp. 17–33. | An exploration of the historical surroundings of George Square, Edinburgh, focusing on its transformation from a rural landscape to an urban centre in the 18th and 19th centuries. | George Square, rural Edinburgh, Meadows, Ross House, Bristo House, 18th century. | |
| Original | 27 | The Editor, ‘Early 19th-Century Edinburgh: A Selection of Views from the Skene Drawings’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 27 (1949), pp. ix–x, 9, 16–17, 72, 120, 128, 160, 161 | Views of Edinburgh drawn by James Skene between 1817 and 1824 | James Skene, painter, drawings, Grassmarket, Tron Church, St Mary’s , Leith Tolbooth, Trinity Hospital, Dean House | |
| Original | 27 | A. Niven Robertson, ‘Old Sundials in and near Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 27 (1949), pp. 97–110. | A detailed study of historical sundials found in Edinburgh and the surrounding areas, covering their designs, origins, and significance in Scottish architectural history. | sundials, 17th century, Scottish architecture, John Milne, sundial designs, Heriot’s Hospital, Parliament House, Pilrig House | |
| Original | 27 | C. A. Malcolm, ‘The Hermitage of Braid’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 27 (1949), pp. 25–39. | The history of the Hermitage of Braid, focusing on its architecture, ownership, and role in Edinburgh’s social and environmental landscape from the 12th century to the 20th century. | Hermitage of Braid, Braid Estate, Charles Gordon, Blackford Hill, 14th century, 16th century, 18th century, 19th century, Scottish architecture, de Brad family, Fairley family | |
| Original | 27 | Frank Gent, ‘Edinburgh House Numbers’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 27 (1949), pp. 60–66. | The evolution of the house numbering system in Edinburgh, focusing on the transition from consecutive numbering to the odd-even system adopted in 1811, and its impact on urban development. | house numbering, 1811, urban development, Princes Street, George Street, Nicolson Street | |
| Original | 27 | Henry W. Meikle, ‘An Edinburgh Diary’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 27 (1949), pp. 111–154. | A detailed examination of Thomas Kincaid’s diary, which records life in Edinburgh during the years 1687–1688, providing insights into personal, medical, and religious practices of the time. | Thomas Kincaid, 17th century, diary, personal journal, medicine, Presbyterianism, urban life, golf, archery | |
| Original | 27 | John Mason, ‘The Edinburgh School of Design’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 27 (1949), pp. 67–96. | An historical account of the founding and development of the Edinburgh School of Design, focusing on its influence on Scottish art and industry from its establishment in 1760 through the 19th century. | School of Design, 18th century, 19th century, Board of Manufactures, Scottish art, textile design, William de la Cour | |
| Original | 27 | John Richardson, ‘Some Notes on the Early History of the Dean Orphan Hospital’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 27 (1949), pp. 155–168. | The foundation and early development of the Dean Orphan Hospital, detailing its establishment, charitable work, and the lives of the children it housed from 1733 onwards. | Dean Orphan Hospital, 18th century, orphans, charitable institutions, Scottish education, philanthropy, Society for Propagating Christian Knowledge, SPCK | |
| Original | 27 | Robert Waterston, ‘Further Notes on Early Paper Making Near Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 27 (1949), pp. 40–59. | An in-depth continuation of the history of early paper making near Edinburgh, detailing the operations of Dalry and other paper mills, including innovations, legal disputes, and notable figures in the industry from the 16th to 18th centuries. | paper making, Dalry Mill, Water of Leith, Mungo Russell, 17th century, 18th century, printing, James VI, banknotes | |
| Original | 27 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘Edinburgh in Lord Provost Drummond’s Time’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 27 (1949), pp. 1–24. | An account of Lord Provost George Drummond’s contributions to the transformation of Edinburgh, focusing on civic improvements, public works, and his leadership from 1715 to 1766. | George Drummond, 18th century, North Bridge, New Town, Royal Infirmary, urban planning. | |
| Original | 27 | Various Authors, ‘Miscellany’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 27 (1949), pp. 169–184. | A collection of short historical notes on Edinburgh’s civic, architectural, and social history, including topics such as the Dean Orphan Hospital and dovecotes in and around Edinburgh. | dovecotes, 18th century, 19th century, Quakers, Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Morningside, Tipperlinn, Dean Cemetery, Loch family, Drylaw, Peter Nimmo, Peter Baillie | |
| Original | 28 | A. Niven Robertson, ‘Ice Houses of the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries in Edinburgh and the Lothians’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 28 (1953), pp. 112–151. | An historical study of ice houses in Edinburgh and the Lothians, focusing on their construction, usage, and significance for food preservation during the 18th and 19th centuries. | ice houses, 18th century, 19th century, food preservation, landed estates, natural insulation, Scottish architecture, Mortonhall, Newbattle | |
| Original | 28 | A. G. Forgie, ‘Charles II Lead Equestrian Statue, Parliament Square, Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 28 (1953), pp. 171–179. | An historical and technical account of the lead equestrian statue of Charles II in Parliament Square, Edinburgh, detailing its creation, repairs, and structural challenges from the 17th to the 20th century. | Charles II statue, Parliament Square, lead sculpture, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, 20th century, public art, Scottish architecture | |
| Original | 28 | Helen Armet, ‘Convoys to the Trade on the East Coast of Scotland’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 28, (1953), pp. 76–111. | Examination of maritime convoys that protected trade along the east coast of Scotland, focusing on the 17th to 18th centuries, including the role of the Royal Navy and privateers. | Scottish trade, maritime convoys, French privateers, Royal Navy, 17th century, 18th century, east coast Scotland | |
| Original | 28 | M. Tait, ‘James Ronaldson: Baker, Typefounder, Philanthropist, and His Connections in and around Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 28 (1953), pp. 44–50. | A biographical account of James Ronaldson, an Edinburgh-born baker and typefounder who emigrated to Philadelphia, becoming a successful businessman and philanthropist. | James Ronaldson, typefounding, Philadelphia, Binny and Ronaldson, Scots in America, philanthropy | |
| Original | 28 | Marguerite Wood, ‘An Addition to Laing’s Chartulary of St. Giles’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 28 (1953), pp. 51–58. | Discovery of an additional volume to Laing’s Chartulary of St. Giles, covering previously undocumented annuities, obits, and prebendary records from the 16th century, related to the administration of the church. | St Giles, Laing’s Chartulary, church records, 16th century, prebendaries, obits, annualrents, Reformation | |
| Original | 28 | Marguerite Wood, ‘The Notebook of Sir William Fettes, Bart.’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 28 (1953), pp. 152–170. | A detailed account of the life, business, and personal notes of Sir William Fettes, highlighting his role as a businessman, philanthropist, and founder of Fettes College. | William Fettes, Fettes College, business history, philanthropy, merchant, civic leadership, property development | |
| Original | 28 | Various Authors, ‘Miscellany’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 28 (1953), pp. 188–195. | Collection of short historical notes concerning various aspects of Edinburgh's history, relating to a parliamentary election, early papermaking, and the observations of a French émigré in 1797. | General Election, French émigré, papermaking, 18th century, 19th century Lord Ramsay, Louis de Boisgelin | |
| Original | 28 | Rev. Edwin S. Towill, ‘The Minutes of the Trades Maiden Hospital’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 28 (1953), pp. 1–43. | Examination of the historical records and governance of the Trades Maiden Hospital, focusing on its foundation, charitable purpose, educational practices, and challenges from the 18th to 19th centuries. | Trades Maiden Hospital, Mary Erskine, charity schools, 18th century, 19th century, girls’ education, Convenery of Trades | |
| Original | 28 | W. Forbes Gray, ‘St. John Street: An Early Civic Improvement’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 28 (1953), pp. 59–75. | Historical account of the development of St. John Street in Edinburgh, examining its origins, notable residents, and its significance as an early example of urban planning and civic improvement. | St John Street, urban planning, 18th century, civic improvement, Scottish aristocracy, professional class, notable residents | |
| Original | 28 | Anon., ‘William Forbes Gray: An Appreciation’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 28 (1953), pp. 180–187. | A tribute to the life and legacy of William Forbes Gray, focusing on his contributions to journalism, antiquarian research, and his long-standing involvement with the Old Edinburgh Club. | William Forbes Gray, journalism, antiquarian research, Old Edinburgh Club, Scottish literature | |
| Original | 29 | D.G. Moir, ‘Extracts from an Edinburgh Journal 1823-1833 (Part 1)’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 29 (1956), pp. 143–184. | Selections from a diary of an anonymous Edinburgh citizen, reflecting on local developments, social changes, and urban improvements during the 1820s. | diary, personal journal, urban development, George IV Bridge, 19th century, urban planning, local governance | |
| Original | 29 | George Home, ‘Notes on Rebuilding in Edinburgh in the Last Quarter of the Seventeenth Century’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 29 (1956), pp. 111–142. | Examination of Edinburgh’s architectural transformations in the late 17th century, focusing on the replacement of timber-fronted tenements with stone buildings and civic improvements. | 17th century, urban rebuilding, timber houses, stone tenements, civic improvements, fire prevention, building regulations | |
| Original | 29 | Marguerite Wood, ‘The Tron Church’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 29 (1956), pp. 93–110. | The architectural and historical development of the Tron Church in Edinburgh, focusing on its construction, financial challenges, and its role in the civic and religious life of the city during the 17th century. | Tron Church, 17th century, church construction, civic life, religious history, Charles I, Scottish architecture | |
| Original | 29 | Various Authors, ‘Miscellany’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 29, (1956), pp. 185–189. | A collection of three historical notes on various aspects of Edinburgh's social, legal, and civic history, including the Society of Bowlers, a legal sentence from 1738, and the Loyal Edinburgh Spearmen. | Society of Bowlers, Loyal Edinburgh Spearmen, legal history, civic organisations, 18th century Edinburgh | |
| Original | 29 | Rev. Edwin S. Towill, ‘The Minutes of the Merchant Maiden Hospital’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 29 (1956), pp. 1–92. | Historical review of the minutes from the Merchant Maiden Hospital, exploring its foundation, governance, educational practices, and its role in caring for girls from burgess families from the 17th to the 19th centuries. | Merchant Maiden Hospital, Mary Erskine, charity schools, hospital schools, girls’ education, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, Company of Merchants | |
| Original | 30 | Basil C. Skinner, ‘The Topography of the Water of Leith Village’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 30 (1959), pp. 10–18. | A detailed examination of the historical layout, mills, and industrial development of the Water of Leith Village, with focus on its mills, granaries, and roads from the 16th to the 19th century. | Water of Leith, mills, industrial development, Dean Village, topography, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century | |
| Original | 30 | D.G. Moir, ‘Extracts from an Edinburgh Journal 1823-1833 (Part II)’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 30 (1959), pp. 119–159. | A continuation of diary entries from 1829 to 1833, documenting key events in Edinburgh such as urban improvements, the Burke and Hare murders, and cultural developments. | Burke and Hare, diary, personal journal, urban improvements, St Giles Church, George IV Bridge, 19th century | |
| Original | 30 | Editors, ‘Edinburgh Manuscripts in Possession of Edinburgh Public Libraries’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 30 (1959), pp. 160–164. | A catalogue of manuscript materials related to the history of Edinburgh, held by the Edinburgh Public Libraries, ranging from legal documents to personal journals and organisational records. | Edinburgh Public Libraries, manuscripts, archival materials, civic history, 18th century, 19th century | |
| Original | 30 | G.W.S. Barrow, ‘Treverlen, Duddingston and Arthur’s Seat’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 30 (1959), pp. 1–9. | Exploration of the historical evolution of Duddingston, its origins from Treverlen, and the relationship between Arthur’s Seat and these areas during the medieval period. | Duddingston, Treverlen, Arthur’s Seat, Holyrood Abbey, 12th century, Celtic place names, Scottish history, Uviet the White | |
| Original | 30 | Helen Armet, ‘Allan Ramsay of Kinkell’s Property on the Castlehill’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 30 (1959), pp. 19–30. | The history of the property owned by Allan Ramsay, poet and bookseller, on Edinburgh’s Castlehill, detailing its acquisition, development, and architectural significance. | Allan Ramsay, Castlehill, property development, 18th century, Scottish architecture, Ramsay Garden. | |
| Original | 30 | Margaret Tait, ‘William’s Hut’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 30 (1959), pp. 31–35. | The history and architectural features of William’s Hut, an 18th century residence in Edinburgh, including its connection to notable local figures and its evolution through the centuries. | William’s Hut, 18th century, Joseph Williamson, architectural history, Sylvan Place, Edinburgh villas | |
| Original | 30 | Various Authors, ‘Miscellany’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 30 (1959), pp. 165–168. | Two historical notes from Edinburgh history: an inventory of John Borthwick (1709) and the origins of the Dean Bridge project. | John Borthwick, Dean Bridge project, 18th century, 19th century, Thomas Telford, James Jardine, architectural history | |
| Original | 30 | R. Butchart, ‘Lost Opportunities: An Account of Some of Edinburgh’s Unrealised Projects’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 30 (1959), pp. 36–59. | A survey of various architectural and civic projects proposed for Edinburgh over the centuries, many of which were never realised, including designs for monuments, civic improvements, and urban planning. | unrealised projects, architectural history, Tron Church, National Monument, Calton Hill, urban planning, James Craig, The Mound | |
| Original | 30 | W.H. Marwick, ‘Shops in Eighteenth and Nineteenth Century Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 30 (1959), pp. 118–142. | A detailed historical study of the evolution of retail shops and the commercial environment in Edinburgh from the 18th to the 19th century, with a focus on specific trades and influential merchants. | retail trade, 18th century, 19th century, mercers, grocers, watchmakers, urban development | |
| Original | 30 | William Park, ‘Extracts from the Journal of Jessy Allan, Wife of John Harden, 1801-1811’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 30 (1959), pp. 60–118. | Excerpts from the journal of Jessy Allan, providing insight into the social and domestic life of an upper middle class Edinburgh family in the early 19th century. | Jessy Allan, diary, personal journal, John Harden, 19th century, social life, daily life, travel, family life | |
| Original | 31 | Alexander Clark, ‘An Old Edinburgh Club’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 31 (1962), pp. 43–51. | Historical account of the Luggy Club, an 18th century social club in Edinburgh, detailing its customs, members, and activities. | Luggy Club, 18th century, social clubs, taverns, conviviality, High Street | |
| Original | 31 | Basil C. Skinner, ‘A Contemporary Account of the Royal Visit to Edinburgh, 1822’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 31 (1962), pp. 65–167. | A detailed narrative of King George IV’s visit to Edinburgh in 1822, exploring the social, political, and cultural significance of the first royal visit to Scotland in over a century. | Royal visit, George IV, Sir Walter Scott, tartan revival, 19th century, Celtic Society, Scottish regalia | |
| Original | 31 | D.A. Whyte and M.H. Swain, ‘Edinburgh Shawls’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 31 (1962), pp. 52–64. | An historical overview of the shawl-making industry in Edinburgh, focusing on the production of imitation Indian shawls in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, including its rise, challenges, and eventual decline. | Edinburgh shawls, textile industry, imitation Indian shawls, 18th century, 19th century, fashion | |
| Original | 31 | Editors, ‘Edinburgh Manuscripts in Possession of the University of Edinburgh Library’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 31 (1962), pp. 168–170. | A catalogue of manuscript materials held by the University of Edinburgh Library, focusing on those relevant to Edinburgh’s social, civic, and academic history from the 17th to 19th centuries. | manuscript collection, University of Edinburgh Library, archival materials, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, civic records | |
| Original | 31 | Helen Armet, ‘The Tower of Merchiston (Part I: History)’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 31 (1962), pp. 1–32. | An historical account of the Tower of Merchiston, exploring its origins, key figures, and its significance in Edinburgh’s history from the 13th century to the 20th century. | Tower of Merchiston, John Napier, Merchiston Castle, Napier family, 15th century, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, Scottish architecture, historical estates | |
| Original | 31 | Helen Armet, ‘The Tower of Merchiston (Part II: Architecture)’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 31 (1962), pp. 13–32. | A detailed architectural study of the Tower of Merchiston, focusing on its design, construction materials, and structural changes from the 15th century to the 20th century. | Tower of Merchiston, John Napier, Scottish architecture, 15th century, architectural restoration, Merchiston Castle | |
| Original | 31 | W. Douglas Simpson, ‘George Heriot’s Hospital’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 31 (1962), pp. 33–42. | A detailed historical and architectural account of George Heriot’s Hospital, exploring its founding, design, and significance in Edinburgh’s civic and educational history. | George Heriot’s Hospital, William Wallace, master mason, Scottish architecture, 17th century, education, Heriot Trust | |
| Original | 31 | Various Authors, ‘Miscellany’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 31 (1962), pp. 171–180. | A collection of historical notes and documents about Edinburgh's social and legal history, covering topics such as legal cases, personal correspondence, and civic events from the 16th to 19th centuries. | legal history, civic events, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century | |
| Original | 32 | A. Cameron Grant, ‘George Combe and the 1836 Election for the Edinburgh University Chair of Logic’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 32 (1966), pp. 174–184. | Examination of the controversial 1836 election for the Chair of Logic at Edinburgh University, focusing on George Combe’s candidacy and the political and philosophical tensions surrounding the selection. | George Combe, 1836 election, 19th century, Chair of Logic, Edinburgh University, phrenology, Scottish philosophy, academic elections | |
| Original | 32 | Alexander Law, ‘Teachers in Edinburgh in the Eighteenth Century’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 32 (1966), pp. 108–157. | An overview of educational provision in Edinburgh during the 18th century, with an alphabetical list of teachers identified from a range of sources. | teachers, 18th century, Scottish education, social history, schoolmasters, pedagogy, hospital schools, elementary schools, high schools | |
| Original | 32 | Andrew Patterson, ‘Tollcross to Morningside in the Olden Days’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 32 (1966), pp. 189–217. | An historical account of the development of the Tollcross and Morningside areas in Edinburgh, focusing on their transformation from rural settlements to urbanised districts. | Tollcross, Morningside, urban development, 19th century, social history, rural Edinburgh | |
| Original | 32 | Francis Bamford, ‘Some Edinburgh Furniture Makers’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 32 (1966), pp. 32–53. | A study of notable furniture makers in Edinburgh from the 18th and 19th centuries, highlighting their contributions to the city’s artistic and commercial landscape. | furniture makers, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, craftsmanship, cabinetmakers, chairmakers, clockmakers, Paul Roumieu, William Trotter, William Brodie, Francis Brodie | |
| Original | 32 | Gordon Donaldson, ‘A Map of the Siege of Leith’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 32, (1966), pp. 1–7. | Analysis of an historical map depicting the Siege of Leith in 1560, examining its accuracy, origins, and significance in the context of the conflict between English and French forces in Scotland. | Siege of Leith, 1560, Scottish Reformation, military history, historical maps, Leith | |
| Original | 32 | H.P. Tait, ‘Two Notable Epidemics in Edinburgh and Leith’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 32 (1966), pp. 8–31. | An account of two major epidemics that affected Edinburgh and Leith, focusing on the social, medical, and civic responses to these public health crises in the 17th and 19th centuries. | epidemic, Leith, public health, plague, cholera, 17th century, 19th century | |
| Original | 32 | Helen Armet, ‘The Loyal Edinburgh Spearmen’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 32 (1966), pp. 158–173. | An historical study of the Loyal Edinburgh Spearmen, a voluntary corps of auxiliaries formed in 1803 to defend the city during the Napoleonic Wars, examining their activities, structure, and legacy. | Loyal Edinburgh Spearmen, Napoleonic Wars, volunteer corps, military history, 19th century | |
| Original | 32 | Various Authors, ‘Miscellany’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 32 (1966), pp. 218–226. | A collection of short historical notes and records related to various aspects of Edinburgh’s civic, legal, and social history, including notable figures, events, and anecdotes. | civic history, guild brothers, 17th century, 18th century, notable figures, Ross of Pitcalnie, George Square | |
| Original | 32 | Neil Bayne, ‘The Dean Gardens’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 32 (1966), pp. 185–188. | A history of the Dean Gardens in Edinburgh, focusing on their development, design, and significance as a green space in the city's urban landscape. | Dean Gardens, green spaces, landscape design, 19th century, community gardens | |
| Original | 32 | T.I. Rae, ‘Edinburgh Castle, 1751-1753’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 32 (1966), pp. 54–107. | An historical account of Edinburgh Castle's significance and activities during the years 1751 to 1753, focusing on military and civic events and its strategic role in the city. | Edinburgh Castle, 18th century, military history, Scottish history, fortifications, civic events | |
| Original | 33 | Elizabeth Hume Ross, ‘James McLaren, Schoolmaster’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1969), pp. 27–30. | A biographical account of James McLaren, a prominent schoolmaster in 18th century Edinburgh, focusing on his contributions to education and his role in the city’s academic community. | James McLaren, 19th century, schoolmaster, Edinburgh schools, educational reform, Scottish education | |
| Original | 33 | Ian MacDougall, ‘The Edinburgh Branch of the Scottish National Union of Cabinet and Chair Makers, 1833-1837’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1969), pp. 17–26. | An historical account of the Edinburgh branch of the Scottish National Union of Cabinet and Chair Makers during the years 1833 to 1837, focusing on its formation, challenges, and contributions to the labour movement. | cabinetmakers, chairmakers, labour unions, Scottish National Union, 19th century, trade unions | |
| Original | 33 | Anon., ‘James Hossack: Honorary Secretary of the Old Edinburgh Club, 1953-1965’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1969), p. 1. | A tribute to James Hossack, honouring his contributions as Honorary Secretary of the Old Edinburgh Club from 1953 to 1965, highlighting his dedication and achievements. | James Hossack, Old Edinburgh Club, honorary secretary, club leadership | |
| Original | 33 | John G. Dunbar, ‘Three Little-Known Early Drawings of Edinburgh Castle’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1969), pp. 11–24. | Analysis of three previously unexamined drawings of Edinburgh Castle from the early 18th century, their historical context, and significance. | Edinburgh Castle, 18th-century drawings, military architecture, historical illustrations, early topographical art | |
| Original | 33 | Anon., ‘Miscellany – Edinburgh in the Pitcalnie Papers again ’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1969), pp. 59–60. | A collection of short articles and notes covering diverse topics related to Edinburgh's history, landmarks, and notable events. | Ross of Pitcalnie, household bills, Brodies, John Schaw & Son, 18th century | |
| Original | 33 | Sir James Ferguson, ‘The Recollections of Lindsay Rae, Bowmaker to the Royal Company of Archers’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1969), pp. 13–16. | The personal recollections of Lindsay Rae, a bowmaker for the Royal Company of Archers, providing insights into his craft and association with this historic Edinburgh body. | Lindsay Rae, Royal Company of Archers, bow making, 19th century, archery, personal recollections | |
| Original | 33 | Stuart Harris, ‘The Tower of Merchiston – A Supplementary Report’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1969), pp. 2–12. | An historical and architectural study of the Tower of Merchiston, detailing its origins, structure, and significance within Edinburgh’s landscape. | Tower of Merchiston, Scottish architecture, Merchiston Castle, John Napier, Napier family, medieval towers, Napier College, Prestongrange House, painted ceiling | |
| Original | 33 | Alexander Prophet, ‘The Bible Land Manuscript’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1969), pp. 45-49. | An edited transcription of a manuscript left in a time capsule at the beginning of the 20th century, with commentary on the history of buildings in Bible Land and on contemporary life in Edinburgh. | Bible Close, 17th century, 20th century, manuscript transcription, time capsule, religious practices, social behaviour, wage rates, prices | |
| Original | 33 | W. H. Marwick, ‘Municipal Politics in Victorian Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1969), pp. 31–41. | A comprehensive examination of the political landscape in Edinburgh during the Victorian era, focusing on municipal governance, key figures, and significant reforms. | 19th century, municipal politics, political reforms, local government | |
| Original | 33 | W. H. Marwick, ‘The Edinburgh Literary Institute’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series 33, (1969), pp. 42–44. | An historical account of the Edinburgh Literary Institute, its foundation, key figures, and its role in Edinburgh’s intellectual and cultural life. | Edinburgh Literary Institute, literary societies, intellectual culture, 19th century, education, cultural institutions | |
| Original | 33 | W. N. Boog Watson, ‘The Scottish Marine Station for Scientific Research, Granton, 1884 to 1903’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1969), pp. 50–58. | The history of the Scottish Marine Station for Scientific Research at Granton, detailing its foundation, research activities, and contributions to marine science. | Scottish Marine Station, Granton, marine research, 19th-century science, marine biology, scientific institutions | |
| Original | 33 | Margaret Elliot, ‘The Edinburgh Skating Club’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1971), pp. 96–136. | An historical account of the Edinburgh Skating Club, one of the earliest skating clubs in the world, exploring its formation, members, and role in Edinburgh’s social life. | Edinburgh Skating Club, ice skating, social clubs, 18th century, leisure activities, sporting history | |
| Original | 33 | R. G. Heddle, ‘Extracts from the Diary of the Rev. David Aitken, D.D., 1864–1875’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1971), pp. 61–95. | Selected diary entries of Reverend David Aitken, D.D., providing personal insights into religious, social, and political life in Edinburgh during the mid-19th century. | David Aitken, minister, 19th century, religious life, personal diaries, church history, social history | |
| Original | 33 | Alastair H. B. Masson, ‘Dr Thomas Latta’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1972), pp. 143–149. | A biographical account of Dr Thomas Latta, focusing on his medical career and pioneering work in intravenous therapy during the cholera epidemic of 1832. | Thomas Latta, cholera epidemic, intravenous therapy, medical history, 19th century, medicine, pioneering physicians | |
| Original | 33 | Angus Graham, ‘The Edinburgh, Leith and Newhaven Railway’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1972), pp. 159–164. | An historical analysis of the Edinburgh, Leith and Newhaven Railway, detailing its development, operations, and impact on the surrounding areas. | Leith, Newhaven, railway history, 19th century, transportation, urban development | |
| Original | 33 | Various Authors, ‘Appreciations’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1972), pp. 183. | Short tributes to notable individuals connected to the Old Edinburgh Club and their contributions to the preservation of Edinburgh’s history and the work of the Club. | Old Edinburgh Club, tribute, appreciation, historical preservation, James S Richardson, Ian Anderson, club members | |
| Original | 33 | D. J. Bryden, ‘Three Edinburgh Microscope Makers: John Finlayson, William Robertson and John Clark’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1972), pp. 165–176. | A biographical and technical exploration of three notable Edinburgh microscope makers (John Finlayson, William Robertson, and John Clark) and their contributions to scientific instrument making in the 19th century. | John Finlayson, William Robertson, John Clark, microscope makers, scientific instruments, 19th century | |
| Original | 33 | Anon., ‘Hamilton Place Academy: A Prospectus of 1859’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1972), pp. 177–182. | A reprint and analysis of the 1859 prospectus for Hamilton Place Academy, offering insights into the educational philosophy and curriculum of a 19th century Edinburgh school. | Hamilton Place Academy, 19th century, Scottish education, school prospectus, school curriculum, teaching methods | |
| Original | 33 | Stuart Harris, ‘The Mercat Cross of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1972), pp. 150–158. | A detailed historical study of the Mercat Cross of Edinburgh, exploring its origins, architectural evolution, and significance in the civic life of the city. | Mercat Cross, public monuments, civic life, 14th century, 17th century, 18th century, architectural history, building restoration | |
| Original | 33 | W. N. Boog Watson, ‘The Balm-Well of Saint Catherine, Liberton’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 33 (1972), pp. 137–142. | An historical exploration of the Balm-Well of Saint Catherine in Liberton, examining its religious significance, medicinal properties, and local traditions. | Balm-Well, Saint Catherine, Liberton, holy wells, religious history, medicinal springs, Scottish folklore | |
| Original | 34 | Andrew H. Anderson, ‘The Regality and Barony of Broughton, 1592–1600’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 34 (1974), pp. 1–22. | An exploration of the historical governance of the Regality and Barony of Broughton between 1592 and 1600, examining its legal and social structure. | Broughton, regality, barony, 16th century, local governance, feudal law, urban development | |
| Original | 34 | Marguerite Wood, ‘Survey of the Development of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 34 (1974), pp. 23–56. | An analysis of the historical growth and urban development of Edinburgh, focusing on its social, political, and architectural evolution. | urban development, urban planning, architecture, social history, Old Town, New Town, historical growth | |
| Original | 34 | Alan J. Strachan, ‘Edinburgh's Village Suburbs, 1800–1939’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 34 (1979), pp. 78–90. | An historical exploration of the development of Edinburgh’s village suburbs from 1800 to 1939, focusing on their growth, integration into the city, and impact on Edinburgh’s urban landscape. | village suburbs, urban development, 19th century, 20th century, suburbanisation, urban expansion, architectural history | |
| Original | 34 | J. C. Wallace, ‘Excavations on the Site of the Chapel of St Mary and St James, Newhaven’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 34 (1979), pp. 73–77. | A report on archaeological excavations at the site of the Chapel of St Mary and St James in Newhaven, documenting the findings and their historical significance. | Newhaven, archaeological excavation, Chapel of St Mary and St James, 16th century, church history, historical artefacts | |
| Original | 34 | Peter D. Savage, ‘Edinburgh University's Extension Scheme of 1874’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 34 (1979), pp. 95–104. | An analysis of the University of Edinburgh's 1874 extension scheme, examining the motivations, challenges, and outcomes of the project. | University of Edinburgh, 19th century, university expansion, higher education, architectural history. | |
| Original | 34 | Philip L. Wilson, ‘Boswell’s Court, Castlehill’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 34 (1979), pp. 91–92. | An historical examination of Boswell’s Court on Castlehill in Edinburgh, focusing on its architectural features, residents, and significance within the city's urban fabric. | Boswell's Court, Castlehill, 18th century, architecture, urban history, notable residents, Boswell family | |
| Original | 34 | R. E. Scott, ‘John Adams, Debtor’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 34 (1979), pp. 93–94. | A brief account of the financial situation of a debtor in 19th century Edinburgh, John Adams, including a letter written to his principal creditor. | John Adams, William Watson debtors, 19th century, financial struggles, Canongate, debtors’ prison | |
| Original | 34 | W. Stanford Reid, ‘John Knox in the Bishop of Dunkeld's Great Lodging’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 34 (1979), pp. 68–72. | An exploration of John Knox’s stay in the Bishop of Dunkeld’s Great Lodging, examining the historical context and significance of his presence there. | John Knox, Bishop of Dunkeld, Scottish Reformation, Great Lodging, religious history, Catholicism, 16th century | |
| Original | 34 | W. N. Boog Watson, ‘Early Baths and Bagnios in Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 34 (1979), pp. 57–67. | An historical account of the development and usage of baths and bagnios in Edinburgh, tracing their origins, social role, and evolution over time. | public baths, bagnios, hygiene, 18th century, 19th century, social history, public health, bathhouses | |
| Original | 34 | R. G. Heddle, ‘Road Administration in Midlothian in the Early Eighteenth Century’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 34 (1983), pp. 105–118. | A study of the administration and maintenance of roads in Midlothian during the early 18th century, focusing on infrastructure, governance, and transportation challenges. | Midlothian roads, 18th century, road administration, transportation, infrastructure, public works, local governance | |
| Original | 35 | Roy R. Campbell, ‘A Schoolboy’s Diary for 1850’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 35 (1985), pp. 1–140. | An annotated transcript of the 1850 diary of James Boyd, a schoolboy from Edinburgh, offering a glimpse into the daily life, education, and social interactions of a 19th century student. | James Boyd, 19th century, education, school life, diary, Royal High School | |
| Original | 35 | Stuart Harris, ‘Mary Queen of Scots and Sir Simon Preston's House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 35 (1985), pp. 149–159. | A, historical investigation into the location and significance of the house where Mary, Queen of Scots, was imprisoned in Edinburgh, owned by Sir Simon Preston, the city's Provost in 1567. | Mary Queen of Scots, Simon Preston, 16th century, imprisonment, Carberry Hill, High Street, architectural history | |
| Original | 35 | G. W. S. Barrow, ‘Midlothian or the Shire of Edinburgh?’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 35 (1985), pp. 141–148. | An examination of the historical distinctions between Midlothian and the Shire of Edinburgh, tracing their evolution and significance in Scottish administrative history. | Midlothian, Edinburghshire, Scottish counties, administrative divisions, Lothian, historical geography | |
| Original | 35 | N. G. Allen, ‘The French Prisons in Edinburgh Castle’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, Original Series, 35 (1985), pp. 160–170. | An historical analysis of the French Prisons located in the vaults beneath Edinburgh Castle, examining their use as holding cells for prisoners of war, particularly during the 18th and 19th centuries. | French Prisons, Edinburgh Castle, prisoners of war, 18th century, 19th century, Napoleonic Wars, Seven Years’ War | |
| New | 1 | Priscilla Minay, ‘Eighteenth and Early Nineteenth Century Edinburgh Seedsmen and Nurserymen’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 1 (1991), pp. 7–27. | A historical study of seedsmen and nurserymen in Edinburgh from the late 17th century to the early 19th century, detailing their practices, prominent figures, and influence on local horticulture. | seedsmen, nurserymen, horticulture, 18th century, 19th century, gardening, Henry Ferguson, Arthur Clephane, Dickson family | |
| New | 1 | A. D. C. Simpson, ‘An Edinburgh Intrigue: Brewster’s Society of Arts and the Pantograph Dispute’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 1 (1991), pp. 47–73. | An investigation into the early 19th century dispute in Edinburgh over the invention of pantographs, focusing on David Brewster’s role in the Society of Arts and the patent controversy. | Society of Arts, David Brewster, pantograph dispute, invention plagiarism, scientific societies, 19th century | |
| New | 1 | Una A. Robertson, ‘An Edinburgh Lawyer and His Bees’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 1 (1991), pp. 79–81. | The beekeeping practices of Sir John Foulis of Ravelston in 17th-century Edinburgh, as recorded in his account book, offering insights into agricultural life and early apiculture. | Sir John Foulis, Ravelston estate, 17th-century beekeeping, apiculture, agricultural practices, Edinburgh estates | |
| New | 1 | Iain Gordon Brown, ‘Causey Clash of Kirk, Town and College, 1747–48’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 1 (1991), pp. 82–84. | An account of 18th-century Edinburgh social and academic life, focusing on the interactions between prominent figures in the Church, University, and civic society during 1747–48. | 18th century, Kirk, University of Edinburgh, John Clerk of Penicuik, Scottish Enlightenment, academic life, social history | |
| New | 1 | Sir Malcolm Innes of Edingight, ‘Ceremonial in Edinburgh: The Heralds and the Jacobite Risings’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 1 (1991), pp. 1–6. | An exploration of the role of heralds in Edinburgh during the Jacobite Risings, focusing on the political and ceremonial duties carried out by the Officers of Arms from 1689 to 1745. | Jacobites, Jacobite Risings, heraldry, Officers of Arms, 18th century, Scottish ceremony, Erskine of Camo, political history | |
| New | 1 | Sheila Devlin-Thorp, ‘Sir William Forbes 1739–1806: Banker and Philanthropist’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 1 (1991), pp. 73–78. | A biographical study of Sir William Forbes, an influential 18th-century Edinburgh banker and philanthropist, focusing on his contributions to banking, charity, and civic life. | Sir William Forbes, 18th century, banking, philanthropy, Scottish Enlightenment, civic contributions, Forbes Bank. | |
| New | 1 | Ian Gow, ‘The Edinburgh Villa’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 1 (1991), pp. 34–46. | An exploration of the development and cultural significance of villas in 18th- and early 19th-century Edinburgh, focusing on their architectural features and their role in the city’s social life. | villas, 18th century, architecture, suburban development, country houses, Scottish Enlightenment, social history. | |
| New | 1 | G. R. Dalgleish, ‘Two Robert Adam Buildings Illustrated on Edinburgh Trade Tokens’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 1 (1991), pp. 27–33. | A study of two Robert Adam-designed buildings in Edinburgh (the General Register House and the University of Edinburgh’s Old College) which were featured on 18th century trade tokens, exploring their architectural significance and the numismatic context. | Robert Adam, General Register House, University of Edinburgh, trade tokens, 18th century, Scottish architecture, numismatics. | |
| New | 1 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 1 (1991), pp. 85–89. | A series of reviews covering books on various topics related to Edinburgh’s history, architecture, and local studies. | book reviews, historical books, Scottish architecture, social history, libraries, local history | |
| New | 1 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 1 (1991), pp. 85–89. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s history, covering topics such as architecture, libraries, fire insurance, commemorative plaques, local history, and scientific instruments. | architecture, libraries, fire insurance, commemorative plaques, local history, scientific instruments, Old Town, New Town, social history, Duddingston, Portobello, Advocate’s Library, National Library, Old College, Edinburgh City Libraries | |
| New | 2 | Ian Gow, ‘A Scottish Rococo Bookplate and its Peers’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 2 (1992), pp. 137–141. | Analysis of a late 18th-century Scottish rococo bookplate and its artistic and historical connections within Edinburgh. | 18th century, rococo art, bookplates, Patrick Begbie, William Lockhart, architectural engraving | |
| New | 2 | John B. Barclay, ‘John Gulland’s Diary, 1846–1849: A Transcript and Commentary’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 2 (1992), pp. 35–115. | Insights into mid-19th-century Edinburgh life through the personal diary of John Gulland, a young boy documenting civic, cultural, and social experiences. | 19th century, John Gulland, Victorian Scotland, personal diaries, Free Church of Scotland, civic life, education | |
| New | 2 | Stuart Harris, ‘New Light on the First New Town’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 2 (1992), pp. 1–13. | Examination of the design, planning, and execution of Edinburgh's First New Town, with a focus on James Craig's role and other contributors' influence. | 18th century, First New Town, James Craig, urban planning, North Bridge, architectural competitions, William Mylne | |
| New | 2 | Iain Gordon Brown, ‘Robert Adam’s Drawings: Edinburgh’s Loss, London’s Gain’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 2 (1992), pp. 23–33. | Discussion of the loss of Robert Adam's architectural drawings to Edinburgh after their eventual acquisition by Sir John Soane, emphasizing the cultural and historical implications. | 18th century, 19th century, Robert Adam, architectural drawings, Trustees’ Academy, Sir John Soane, Board of Trustees | |
| New | 2 | Richard Torrance, ‘Samuel McClellan, Lord Provost of Edinburgh, 1706–1708’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 2 (1992), pp. 117–121. | Biography of Samuel McClellan, focusing on his roles as a merchant, civic leader, and Lord Provost of Edinburgh during the early 18th century. | 17th century, 18th century, Samuel McClellan, Lord Provost, trade, Union of 1707, civic leadership, Edinburgh politics | |
| New | 2 | Zella Ashford, ‘The Connoisseurs’ Identified?’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 2 (1992), pp. 15–21. | Examination of David Allan’s painting The Connoisseurs, identifying its figures and exploring their historical and cultural significance in late 18th-century Edinburgh. | 18th century, David Allan, The Connoisseurs, John Caw, John Bonar, James Bruce, portraiture, National Galleries of Scotland | |
| New | 2 | The Very Reverend Ronald Selby Wright, ‘The School of the Royal College of Holyrood House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 2 (1992), pp. 133–135. | Historical account of the short-lived Jesuit School at Holyrood House, its educational aims, and its destruction during the Glorious Revolution. | 17th century, Jesuit College, Holyrood House, King James VII, religious tolerance, education, Abbey Church | |
| New | 2 | A. D. Morrison-Low, ‘William Nicol (1771–1851): Lecturer, Scientist and Collector’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 2 (1992), pp. 123–131. | Life and work of William Nicol, focusing on his contributions to science, education, and collection, including his invention of the Nicol prism. | 19th century, William Nicol, Nicol prism, optical science, mineralogy, fossil preparation, Mechanics’ Institutes | |
| New | 2 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 2 (1992), pp. 143–153. | Reviews of books addressing Edinburgh’s medical, architectural, and social history, including Victorian interiors, local neighbourhoods, and the city’s Enlightenment legacy. | medical education, Victorian architecture, Georgian interiors, Rowand Anderson, Royston House, Corstorphine, Grange, Morningside, Scottish Enlightenment, Medical Missionary Society | |
| New | 3 | Ian Campbell, ‘Changing Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 3 (1994), pp. 83–87. | Exploration of Edinburgh’s transformation during the 19th century, focusing on its literary, cultural, and architectural changes. | 19th century, literary Edinburgh, Walter Scott, Thomas Carlyle, urban transformation, nostalgia, Cockburn’s Memorials | |
| New | 3 | Rab Houston, ‘Fire and Filth: Edinburgh’s Environment, 1660–1760’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 3 (1994), pp. 25–36. | Analysis of the environmental conditions, public health challenges, and urban infrastructure of Edinburgh from 1660 to 1760. | 17th century, 18th century, sanitation, urban environment, fire prevention, public health, water supply, waste disposal | |
| New | 3 | A. D. C. Simpson, ‘James Hamilton’s "Lying-In" Hospital at Park House and the Status of Midwifery Instruction in the Edinburgh Medical School’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 3 (1994), pp. 131–141. | Historical analysis of James Hamilton's maternity hospital at Park House and the evolution of midwifery instruction at Edinburgh University during the 18th and 19th centuries. | 18th century, 19th century, midwifery, Park House, James Hamilton, medical education, maternity hospitals, obstetrics | |
| New | 3 | Iain Gordon Brown, ‘John Kay’s Satires on Sir Lawrence Dundas’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 3 (1994), pp. 123–130. | Analysis of John Kay’s satirical illustrations of Sir Lawrence Dundas, examining their historical context, symbolism, and Dundas’s controversial legacy in 18th-century Edinburgh. | 18th century, John Kay, Lawrence Dundas, caricatures, political satire, St Andrew Square, government contractors | |
| New | 3 | Connie Byrom, ‘The Development of Edinburgh’s Second New Town’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 3 (1994), pp. 37–61. | Comprehensive history of the planning, design, and development of Edinburgh’s Second New Town during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. | 18th century, 19th century, Second New Town, urban planning, Bellevue estate, David Steuart, Robert Reid, Georgian architecture | |
| New | 3 | Yvonne Hillyard, ‘The Holy Corner: A Study in the Early History and Development of an Important Piece of Edinburgh Townscape’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 3 (1994), pp. 89–104. | Historical and architectural analysis of the four churches at Holy Corner, exploring their construction and significance in Edinburgh's late 19th- and early 20th-century urban development. | 19th century, 20th century, Holy Corner, church architecture, Morningside, Merchiston, David Rhind, MacGibbon and Ross | |
| New | 3 | Zella Ashford, ‘The Lands of Warriston’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 3 (1994), pp. 1–24. | Historical account of the lands of Warriston, including their ownership, development, and transformation from the 16th century to the modern era. | 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century, Warriston, Heriot’s Hospital, land feus, urban development, Water of Leith | |
| New | 3 | Samuel Pyeatt Menefee and Allen D. C. Simpson, ‘The West Port Murders and the Miniature Coffins from Arthur’s Seat’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 3 (1994), pp. 63–81. | Analysis of the discovery of miniature coffins on Arthur’s Seat in 1836, exploring their possible links to the West Port Murders and broader folklore. | 19th century, Arthur’s Seat, West Port Murders, William Burke, William Hare, miniature coffins, folklore, Robert Knox | |
| New | 3 | Charles McKean, ‘The Wrychtishousis: A Very Curious Edifice’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 3 (1994), pp. 113–122. | Historical analysis of The Wrychtishousis, a prominent Scottish Renaissance villa near Edinburgh, with insights into its architecture, ownership, and demolition. | 17th century, 18th century, Wrychtishousis, Renaissance villas, Scottish architecture, James Gillespie’s Hospital, Napier family | |
| New | 3 | Stephen Brown, ‘William Smellie, FRS, FSA Scot, 1740–1795’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 3 (1994), pp. 105–111. | Biography of William Smellie, focusing on his contributions as a printer, editor, natural historian, and intellectual figure of Enlightenment Edinburgh. | 18th century, William Smellie, Encyclopaedia Britannica, natural history, printing, Robert Burns, Scottish Enlightenment, Society of Antiquaries | |
| New | 3 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 3 (1994), pp. 143–156. | Reviews of books covering Edinburgh’s social, architectural, and cultural history, including photography, transport, prominent personalities, and local neighbourhood studies. | photography, architecture, social history, Patrick Geddes, Bruntsfield, North Leith Parish Church, Newhaven, Calton Hill, William Cullen, transport, Robert Adam, Gilbert Stuart, Thomas Begbie, John Slezer, William Mylne | |
| New | 4 | Helen Smailes, ‘A Genteel Academy: The Edinburgh Drawing Institution, 1825–1836’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 33–50. | Historical account of the Edinburgh Drawing Institution, examining its foundation, curriculum, and contributions to art education in early 19th-century Scotland. | 19th century, Edinburgh Drawing Institution, art education, Trustees’ Academy, drawing academies, art institutions, women artists | |
| New | 4 | N. J. Mills, ‘An Accidental Crime’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 131–135. | Analysis of a poisoning case in Edinburgh’s New Town in 1840, highlighting medical, social, and legal aspects of the incident. | 19th century, New Town, poisoning, Ann Sutherland, Spanish flies, medical jurisprudence, George Street, Alexander Black | |
| New | 4 | David Ford, ‘D.T.K. Drummond and the Foundation of St Thomas’s Church’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 51–67. | Biography of D.T.K. Drummond and the establishment of St Thomas’s English Episcopal Church in 19th-century Edinburgh, exploring its evangelical roots and societal impact. | 19th century, D.T.K. Drummond, St Thomas’s Church, evangelical movement, Scottish Episcopal Church, church schism, David Cousin, urban development | |
| New | 4 | Sara Stevenson, ‘Greyfriars’ Bobby – Dog or Myth?’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 85–88. | Analysis of Greyfriars’ Bobby's cultural significance and mythology, reflecting on historical narratives, photography, and Edinburgh’s Victorian fascination with loyal dogs. | 19th century, Greyfriars Bobby, John Gray, Victorian Edinburgh, cultural mythology, canine loyalty, photography, Sir William Chambers | |
| New | 4 | R. Ian McCallum, ‘Historical Notes on Chessels Court’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 1–22. | Historical exploration of Chessels Court in the Canongate, focusing on its architecture, construction, and role in Edinburgh’s urban and social history. | 18th century, 19th century, Chessels Court, Archibald Chessels, Canongate, mansion flats, urban development, social housing | |
| New | 4 | Norman E. Butcher, ‘James Hutton’s House at St John’s Hill, Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 107–112. | Investigation into the history and precise location of James Hutton’s house at St John’s Hill, where the ‘Father of Modern Geology’ lived and worked. | 18th century, James Hutton, St John’s Hill, geology, Salisbury Crags, Hutton’s Theory of the Earth, residential Edinburgh | |
| New | 4 | John Burnett, ‘Shinty in Nineteenth-Century Edinburgh and a Painting of Duddingston Loch by Charles Altamont Doyle’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 137–143. | Examination of the history of shinty in Edinburgh during the 19th century and its depiction in Charles Altamont Doyle’s painting of Duddingston Loch. | 19th century, shinty, Duddingston Loch, Charles Altamont Doyle, winter sports, Scottish traditions, Highland culture, Edinburgh Skating Club | |
| New | 4 | Iain Gordon Brown, ‘Surpassing Expectations: An East Anglian Visitor’s Report of 1790’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 113–118. | Reflections of John Symonds, an East Anglian academic, on Edinburgh’s architectural and social landscape during a visit in 1790, with insights into its New Town development. | 18th century, John Symonds, New Town, James Craig, Robert Adam, David Hume, Scottish Enlightenment, oriental wealth | |
| New | 4 | Peter G. Vasey, ‘The Canonmills Gunpowder Manufactory and a Newly Discovered Plan by John Adair’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 103–106. | Historical investigation of the Canonmills Gunpowder Manufactory and John Adair’s 1706 survey plan, detailing its operations and land usage in Edinburgh. | 17th century, Canonmills, gunpowder manufactory, John Adair, Heriot’s Hospital, Water of Leith, Scottish industry, cartography | |
| New | 4 | John Burnett, ‘The Conversazione at the Edinburgh Museum of Science and Art, 1875’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 145–148. | A recounting of the 1875 Conversazione event at the Edinburgh Museum of Science and Art, celebrating the completion of the museum’s main hall. | 19th century, Edinburgh Museum of Science and Art, George Wilson, Thomas Archer, Victorian museums, industrial exhibitions, Conversazione | |
| New | 4 | M. H. Kaufman, ‘The First and Second Halls of the Royal Medical Society’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 119–129. | History of the Royal Medical Society's first two halls, exploring their construction, usage, and cultural significance within Edinburgh’s medical community. | 18th century, 19th century, Royal Medical Society, Surgeons’ Square, Melbourne Place, medical education, Thomas Hamilton, library collections | |
| New | 4 | Charles McKean, ‘The Palace at Edinburgh Castle’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 89–102. | Examination of the architectural history of the Palace at Edinburgh Castle, focusing on its design, construction, and transformations from the 14th to the 17th centuries. | 14th century, 15th century, 16th century, 17th century, Edinburgh Castle, Davy’s Tower, David’s Tower, Crown Square, royal lodgings, Scottish Renaissance architecture | |
| New | 4 | Barclay S. Fraser, ‘The Turnpike Road to Cramond and Queensferry’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 23–31. | Historical exploration of the construction, engineering challenges, and administration of the turnpike road linking Edinburgh to Cramond and Queensferry from the 18th to 19th centuries. | 18th century, 19th century, Cramond, Queensferry, turnpike roads, Cramond Bridge, John Rennie, road engineering | |
| New | 4 | Geoffrey N. Swinney and David Heppell, ‘Public and Privileged Access: A Historical Survey of Admission Charges and Visitor Figures for Part of the Scottish National Collections’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 69–84. | Historical analysis of admission charges and visitor figures at the Royal Museum of Scotland, examining access policies from the 19th to the late 20th century. | museums, 19th century, 20th century, Royal Museum of Scotland, admission charges, public access, visitor figures | |
| New | 4 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 4 (1997), pp. 149–163. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s cultural, social, and architectural history, with insights into notable figures, neighbourhoods, and the city’s heritage sites. | architecture, social history, James Craig, New Town, medical education, microbiology, Gorgie, Dalry, Leith, Trinity, Raeburn, Hibernian FC, Scottish Enlightenment, Bank of Scotland, John Knox House, Thomas Laycock, Henry Raeburn | |
| New | 5 | Ian R. M. Mowat, ‘Adam Square: An Edinburgh Architectural First’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 5 (2002), pp. 93–101. | Historical account of Adam Square, designed by John Adam, as a pioneering architectural development in 18th-century Edinburgh. | 18th century, Adam Square, John Adam, William Adam, South Bridge, Georgian architecture, urban planning, Charlotte Square | |
| New | 5 | Clive Fenton, ‘A Century of Change in George Square, 1876–1976’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 5 (2002), pp. 35–81. | Analysis of the evolution of George Square in Edinburgh over a century, exploring architectural, social, and institutional transformations. | George Square, 19th century, 20th century, urban redevelopment, University of Edinburgh, modernism, Georgian architecture, conservation | |
| New | 5 | Anthony Lewis, ‘Additions to Descriptive List of Works and Projects by James Craig’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 5 (2002), pp. 111–116. | Supplementary insights into the works and unrealized projects of James Craig, with emphasis on his minor contributions and unresolved architectural proposals. | 18th century, James Craig, New Town, Holyrood, Abbey Court, urban planning, unrealized projects, Georgian architecture, Princes Street | |
| New | 5 | Joe Rock, ‘Hugh William ("Grecian") Williams (1773–1829)’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 5 (2002), pp. 83–91. | Biographical study of Hugh William Williams, focusing on his artistic achievements, travels, and influence on Edinburgh’s artistic and architectural landscape. | 18th century, 19th century, Hugh William Williams, watercolour painting, Grand Tour, Greek Revival, Edinburgh art scene, Walter Scott, Select Views in Greece | |
| New | 5 | Kitty Cruft, ‘James Craig, 1739–1795: Correction of His Date of Birth’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 5 (2002), pp. 103–105. | Correction of the date of birth of James Craig, the architect of Edinburgh’s New Town, based on newly discovered genealogical and institutional records. | 18th century, James Craig, New Town, George Watson’s Hospital, architectural history, genealogy, Old Parish Registers | |
| New | 5 | M. H. Kaufman and S. Blomfield, ‘The Museums of the Edinburgh Phrenological Society’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 5 (2002), pp. 13–33. | Historical overview of the Edinburgh Phrenological Society and its museums, examining their collections, locations, and ultimate dispersal. | 19th century, phrenology, Edinburgh Phrenological Society, George Combe, Henderson Trust, Surgeons’ Square, Chambers Street | |
| New | 5 | Volker M. Welter, ‘An Undocumented Plan for Edinburgh’s First New Town by James Craig’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 5 (2002), pp. 107–109. | Examination of an alternative, previously undocumented plan by James Craig for Edinburgh’s First New Town, highlighting its architectural and historical significance. | 18th century, James Craig, First New Town, urban planning, circus garden, Patrick Geddes, architectural drawings | |
| New | 5 | Vanessa Habib, ‘William Cheape of the Canongate: An Eighteenth-Century Linen Manufacturer’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 5 (2002), pp. 1–12. | Biography of William Cheape, a prominent 18th-century linen manufacturer in Edinburgh, detailing his innovations, trade practices, and contributions to Scottish linen weaving. | 18th century, William Cheape, linen manufacture, Canongate, damask weaving, Board of Trustees for Manufactures, industrial innovation | |
| New | 5 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 5 (2002), pp. 117–129. | Reviews of recent publications on Edinburgh’s history, covering topics such as local institutions, urban development, architecture, medicine, and social history. | book reviews, Highland Reel and Strathspey Society, Greenbank, Marchmont, Sciennes, Grange, Royal Infirmary, New Town, James Boswell, Moray Feu, 19th century, urban development, building stones, school buildings, medical history, Anthony Fothergill, James Woodforde, Charles Smith, Thomas Blaikie, chartered accountants | |
| New | 6 | Aaron M. Allen, ‘Defending the Burgh: Continuity and Change in Early Modern Edinburgh’s Defence Infrastructure’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 6 (2005), pp. 1–9. | Analysis of the evolution of Edinburgh’s defence infrastructure during the early modern period, focusing on fortifications, militias, and town watches. | early modern period, fortifications, militias, Flodden Wall, Cromwellian invasion, Jacobite risings, town watch, trained bands, defensive structures | |
| New | 6 | Zella Ashford, ‘From James Mansfield to Ramsays, Bonars & Company: Some Notes on the Story of a Private Bank’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 6 (2005), pp. 25–39. | Historical account of the evolution of private banking in 18th-century Edinburgh, focusing on the Mansfield family and their transition into Ramsays, Bonars & Company. | 18th century, 19th century, private banking, James Mansfield, Ramsays Bonars & Company, Mercat Cross, financial history, luckenbooths | |
| New | 6 | Iain Gordon Brown, ‘“Our Small World of Fashion”; Or, The Dark Side of the Ball’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 6 (2005), pp. 91–92. | An exploration of the social dynamics and rivalries in Edinburgh’s Assembly Rooms during the 18th and early 19th centuries. | 18th century, 19th century, Assembly Rooms, George Street, social rivalries, fashion, Scottish dances, Elizabeth Grant of Rothiemurchus | |
| New | 6 | Alastair A. Macdonald, Colin M. Warwick, and W. T. Johnston, ‘Locating Veterinary Education in Edinburgh in the Nineteenth Century’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 6 (2005), pp. 41–71. | The development and evolution of veterinary education in Edinburgh during the 19th century, including the establishment and contributions of various veterinary colleges. | 19th century, veterinary education, William Dick, veterinary colleges, Clyde Street, John Gamgee, New Veterinary College, animal anatomy | |
| New | 6 | Joe Rock, ‘Richard Cooper Senior (c. 1696–1764) and His Properties in Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 6 (2005), pp. 11–23. | Biographical account of engraver Richard Cooper Senior and his properties in Edinburgh, highlighting his contributions to the arts and urban development. | 18th century, Richard Cooper, Canongate, engravers, Canongate Kilwinning Masonic Lodge, Restalrig, St John Street, Canongate Concert Hall, Edinburgh School of St Luke, Jacobite | |
| New | 6 | Stephen Jackson, ‘William Trotter, Cabinet Maker, Entrepreneur and Lord Provost, 1772–1833’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 6 (2005), pp. 73–90. | Biography of William Trotter, exploring his legacy as a cabinet maker, entrepreneur, and Lord Provost of Edinburgh during a transformative period in the city’s history. | 18th century, 19th century, William Trotter, Lord Provost, cabinet maker, Ballindean estate, civic politics, Regency furniture | |
| New | 6 | Jill Turnbull, ‘A Rare Survival - The Whin Club Box’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 6 (2005), pp. 93–100. | This article discusses the Whin Club, an 18th-century Edinburgh social club with male and female members, and focuses on the survival of its club box, the regalia, and the historical context of the Club’s formation and activities. | 18th century, 19th century, Whin Club, social clubs, lawyers, club regalia, Edinburgh artefacts, Whin Bush | |
| New | 6 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 6 (2005), pp. 101–114. | Reviews of books covering Edinburgh’s history, including urban development, gardens, social life, education, medical history, and notable individuals. | book reviews, New Town gardens, social history, Holyrood, medical teaching, literature, urban development, Royal Mile, military history, university history, Water of Leith, Mary Ann Gibb, Lord Cockburn, scouting history, Augustine United Church, beer duty fraud, Royal College of Physicians, Canongate, Holyrood | |
| New | 7 | David B. Smith, ‘An Account of the Duddingston Curling Society, 1795–1854’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 87–126. | Historical narrative of the Duddingston Curling Society, focusing on its formation, activities, and contributions to the standardisation of curling rules in Scotland. | 18th century, 19th century, Duddingston Curling Society, curling, Duddingston Loch, curling house, Scottish sports, Royal Caledonian Curling Club, William Henry Playfair, Coates Curling Club | |
| New | 7 | Robin Tait, ‘Burgage Plots and the Foundation of the Burgh of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 43–52. | Analysis of the burgage plot system in medieval Edinburgh, focusing on its layout, development, and role in the foundation of the royal burgh. | medieval period, burgage plots, David I, burgh development, High Street, Castlehill, urban planning, archaeological studies | |
| New | 7 | Iain Gordon Brown, ‘Daniel Macintosh and the Repository of Arts’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 171–175. | An exploration of Daniel Macintosh's Repository of Arts in early 19th-century Edinburgh, examining its business model, location, and cultural significance. | 19th century, Daniel Macintosh, Repository of Arts, Princes Street, engraving, trade-cards, Regency Edinburgh, artistic entrepreneurship | |
| New | 7 | Kitty Cruft, ‘Daniel Wilson, 1816–1892’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 153–159. | Biography of Sir Daniel Wilson, focusing on his contributions to archaeology, literature, and historical conservation in Edinburgh and Toronto. | 19th century, Daniel Wilson, archaeology, antiquarian, Memorials of Edinburgh, Society of Antiquaries, University of Toronto, St Margaret’s Chapel | |
| New | 7 | Graham Palmer, ‘Gregor Drummond, 1744–1813, Flesher’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 147–151. | Biography of Gregor Drummond, a flesher and political figure in 18th-century Edinburgh, detailing his professional life, legal disputes, and civic involvement. | 18th century, Gregor Drummond, Fleshers Incorporation, Rob Roy MacGregor, Deacon of Fleshers, trade guilds, Edinburgh politics, social history | |
| New | 7 | D. J. Bryden, ‘James Craig’s Original Design for the Observatory on Calton Hill, May 1776’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 161–166. | Analysis of James Craig's original 1776 design for the Observatory on Calton Hill, examining its architectural and historical significance in Edinburgh's urban landscape. | 18th century, James Craig, Calton Hill Observatory, Observatory House, Robert Adam, astronomical history, urban planning, architectural design | |
| New | 7 | Joe Rock, ‘Robert Forrest (1789–1852) and His Exhibition on the Calton Hill’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 127–138. | Biography of sculptor Robert Forrest, focusing on his works, exhibition on Calton Hill, and contributions to 19th-century Scottish public art. | 19th century, Robert Forrest, Calton Hill, public sculpture, National Monument, equestrian statues, Scottish art, Wellington Monument | |
| New | 7 | David Purdie, ‘The Burns–Scott Meeting at Sciennes Hill House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 167–170. | Reconstruction of the historical meeting between Robert Burns and Walter Scott at Sciennes Hill House in 1787, hosted by Adam Ferguson. | 18th century, Robert Burns, Walter Scott, Adam Ferguson, Scottish Enlightenment, Sciennes Hill House, social gatherings, poetry | |
| New | 7 | Owen Dudley Edwards, ‘Rosebery and the Birth of the Old Edinburgh Club’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 3–41. | An account of the founding of the Old Edinburgh Club in 1908, focusing on the involvement of Lord Rosebery and the club’s early initiatives. | 20th century, Old Edinburgh Club, Lord Rosebery, John Knox’s House, Moubray House, cultural conservation, William J. Hay | |
| New | 7 | Una A. Robertson, ‘The Edinburgh School of Cookery’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 139–146. | History of the Edinburgh School of Cookery, its foundation, development, and influence on domestic education in Scotland. | 19th century, Edinburgh School of Cookery, domestic economy, Christian Guthrie Wright, Atholl Crescent, Queen Margaret University, vocational education | |
| New | 7 | Chris Tabraham, ‘The Prisons of War in Edinburgh Castle’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 53–69. | The history of Edinburgh Castle as a prison of war from 1757 to 1814, focusing on its usage, prisoner experiences, and subsequent transformations. | 18th century, 19th century, Edinburgh Castle, prisons of war, Napoleonic Wars, French prisoners, military history, archaeological evidence | |
| New | 7 | A. D. C. Simpson, ‘Thomas and John Donaldson and the Edinburgh Medical Class Cards’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 7 (2008), pp. 71–86. | An analysis of the engraved Edinburgh medical class cards by Thomas and John Donaldson, focusing on their artistic and historical significance. | 18th century, 19th century, Thomas Donaldson, John Donaldson, medical class cards, Alexander Monro secundus, engraving, Edinburgh Medical School, Edinburgh School of St Luke | |
| New | 7 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 7 (2008), pp. 177–190. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s history, covering architecture, social life, religious institutions, lost buildings, industry, and notable historical figures. | book reviews, Riddle’s Court, Water of Leith, papermaking, John Kay, caricatures, lost Edinburgh, St John’s Church, St Columba’s Church, Cramond, Cramond Island, silverware, girls’ schools, architecture. | |
| New | 8 | Aubrey Manning, ‘Twentieth-Century Science in Edinburgh: A Brief Personal Selection’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 8 (2010), pp. 55–62. | Reflections on the contributions of Edinburgh-based scientists in the 20th century, focusing on key figures and advancements in biological, physical, and computational sciences. | 20th century, Peter Higgs, Donald Michie, Waddington, James Clerk Maxwell, epigenetics, artificial intelligence, molecular biology | |
| New | 8 | Graeme Cruickshank, ‘A Centenary Re-Creation of an Old Edinburgh Club Council Ritual’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 8 (2010), pp. 121–125. | Reconstruction of a historical ritual performed during the first meeting of the Old Edinburgh Club Council in 1908, reflecting on its cultural and ceremonial significance. | 20th century, Old Edinburgh Club, council ritual, John Knox House, William Hay, Lewis MacRitchie, ceremonial traditions, centenary celebrations | |
| New | 8 | Graeme Cruickshank, ‘Rambling Round the Walls: One Hundred Years On’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 8 (2010), pp. 111–119. | A centenary re-enactment of the Old Edinburgh Club’s 1908 ramble around the city walls, exploring their historical significance and surviving remnants. | 20th century, Old Edinburgh Club, Flodden Wall, King’s Wall, Telfer Wall, John Geddie, centenary walks, city fortifications | |
| New | 8 | Hector L. MacQueen, ‘Lawyers’ Edinburgh 1908–2008’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 8 (2010), pp. 27–53. | An exploration of the legal profession in Edinburgh from 1908 to 2008, focusing on its evolution, notable figures, institutions, and changing practices. | 20th century, legal profession, Writers to the Signet, Solicitors in the Supreme Court, Old College, Parliament House, law firms | |
| New | 8 | Iain Gordon Brown, ‘The Old Edinburgh Club Centenary Conference: President’s Remarks’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 8 (2010), pp. 7–12. | Reflections on the centenary of the Old Edinburgh Club, recounting its history, achievements, and ongoing mission to document and conserve Edinburgh’s heritage. | 20th century, Old Edinburgh Club, centenary celebrations, John Knox’s House, Lord Rosebery, conservation, historical records | |
| New | 8 | Owen Dudley Edwards, ‘The Lecture as Edinburgh’s Snare of the Sun’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 8 (2010), pp. 63–91. | An exploration of the cultural and historical significance of lectures in Edinburgh, using H. G. Wells’s depiction and broader literary and historical perspectives. | 20th century, lectures, H. G. Wells, cultural history, Old Edinburgh Club, Scottish Enlightenment, literary studies | |
| New | 8 | R. J. Morris, ‘In Search of Twentieth-Century Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 8 (2010), pp. 13–25. | Analysis of Edinburgh’s demographic, economic, and cultural transformations throughout the 20th century, emphasizing urban evolution and societal shifts. | 20th century, demographic changes, industrial decline, gentrification, Easter Road, urban planning, Scottish Enlightenment legacy, cultural capital | |
| New | 8 | Stewart J. Brown, ‘Religious Identity in a Century of Secularisation: The Edinburgh Churches Since 1900’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 8 (2010), pp. 93–110. | An examination of the changing role and identity of Edinburgh’s churches from 1900 onwards, in the context of secularisation and social transformation. | 20th century, Church of Scotland, secularisation, ecumenism, missionary movement, social history, religious revival | |
| New | 9 | Alan McKinney and Andrew McMillan, ‘The Edinburgh Graveyard Project: A Social Solution and Methodology for Rebuilding Gravestones’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 9 (2012), pp. 137–142. | An innovative approach to restoring gravestones in Edinburgh graveyards using community payback schemes to address safety and preservation challenges. | 21st century, graveyards, gravestone restoration, Liberton Cemetery, Community Payback, Historic Scotland, burial ground safety | |
| New | 9 | Andrew A. McMillan, ‘The City of Edinburgh: Landscape and Building Stone’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 9 (2012), pp. 129–135. | An exploration of Edinburgh's geological foundation and its impact on the city's architecture, focusing on local building stones and their conservation. | 21st century, building stones, Craigleith sandstone, New Town architecture, geodiversity, stone conservation, UNESCO World Heritage | |
| New | 9 | David Affleck, ‘The Experimental Garden of the Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society: “Our Favourite Object”’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 9 (2012), pp. 73–86. | A historical account of the Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society’s Experimental Garden at Inverleith, focusing on its foundation, objectives, and development. | 19th century, Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society, Inverleith, experimental garden, horticulture, James McNab, Patrick Neill, Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Andrew Duncan, William Gibson Craig | |
| New | 9 | Hamish Johnston, ‘The Dickson Nurserymen Unravelled’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 9 (2012), pp. 123–127. | Historical exploration of the Dickson family’s contributions to Edinburgh’s horticultural industry, unraveling the complex genealogy and partnerships within the nursery trade. | 18th century, 19th century, Dickson nurseries, horticulture, seedsmen, Leith Walk, Hassendeanburn, Edinburgh trade | |
| New | 9 | J. E. Cookson, ‘The Row Over the “Screen Wall” of General Register House in 1849’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 9 (2012), pp. 87–106. | A detailed account of the controversy surrounding the alteration of the "screen wall" of General Register House in 1849, reflecting urban planning debates in 19th-century Edinburgh. | 19th century, General Register House, screen wall, Robert Adam, urban planning, architectural conservation, Duke of Wellington statue | |
| New | 9 | J. John Brand and Muriel P. Brand, ‘Baberton, Redhall and Dalry: Ambition, Indiscretion and Misfortune in Old Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 9 (2012), pp. 107–114. | A historical account of the Brand family and their association with Baberton, Redhall, and Dalry, detailing their rise, struggles, and eventual decline in 17th- and 18th-century Edinburgh. | 17th century, 18th century, Baberton House, Redhall Castle, Dalry Manor, Brand family, Alexander Brand, Scottish landownership, Greyfriars Kirkyard | |
| New | 9 | Judy Preston, ‘Thomas Wright’s Edinburgh Almanack, 1733’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 9 (2012), pp. 115–121. | Analysis of Thomas Wright’s 1733 Edinburgh Almanack, exploring its creation, design, and connections to astronomy, Freemasonry, and 18th-century Edinburgh society. | 18th century, Thomas Wright, Edinburgh Almanack, astronomy, Freemasonry, Richard Cooper, Allan Ramsay, engraving | |
| New | 9 | Patricia R. Andrew, ‘St Bernard’s Well and the Water of Leith from the Stockbridge to the Dean Bridge: A Cultural History’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 9 (2012), pp. 1–32. | Historical and cultural analysis of St Bernard’s Well on the Water of Leith, from its origins in the 18th century to its impact on Edinburgh’s heritage and landscape. | 18th century, 19th century, St Bernard’s Well, Water of Leith, classical architecture, Alexander Nasmyth, Lord Gardenstone, urban development | |
| New | 9 | Stephen Holt, ‘The Rise and Fall of Tam Smith: An Edinburgh Politician’s Brief Encounter with the Dundas Interest’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 9 (2012), pp. 59–72. | The political career of Thomas Smith in 18th-century Edinburgh, his defiance of the Dundas interest, and the broader implications for municipal governance. | 18th century, Thomas Smith, Henry Dundas, Edinburgh Town Council, municipal politics, Scottish Enlightenment, patronage, political reform | |
| New | 9 | William Irvine Fortescue, ‘Edinburgh Goldsmiths and Radical Politics, 1793–94: The Case of David Downie’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 9 (2012), pp. 33–57. | The political and social dynamics of Edinburgh goldsmiths during 1793–94, focusing on David Downie’s involvement in radical politics and his subsequent trial for high treason. | 18th century, David Downie, goldsmiths, radical politics, high treason, French Revolution, Scottish history, Incorporation of Goldsmiths | |
| New | 9 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 9 (2012), pp. 143–157. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s history, including aerial photography, Victorian architecture, retail history, social housing, urban development, and notable historical figures. | book reviews, aerial photography, Victorian interiors, Victorian Scotland, Old Edinburgh, Buttercup Dairy, Patrick Geddes, workers’ housing, Edinburgh Colonies, Thistle Chapel, Robert Knox, Edinburgh crime history, Dalrymple Crescent, Archibald Pitcairne, James Graham | |
| New | 10 | Iain Gordon Brown, ‘“Spectator of the Busy Scene”: A Visitor of 1793 Experiences Edinburgh Outside and In’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 10 (2014), pp. 157–164. | The impressions of an anonymous visitor to Edinburgh in 1793, documenting the city's social, architectural, and cultural landscape during the Scottish Enlightenment. | 18th century, Scottish Enlightenment, Henry Mackenzie, New Town, Old Town, social gatherings, architecture, travel journal, Leith Races | |
| New | 10 | Patricia R. Andrew, ‘A Venerable and Romantic Ruin: St Anthony’s Chapel and Its Place in Edinburgh’s Historical and Visual Image’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 10 (2014), pp. 1–16. | A comprehensive exploration of the historical, cultural, and artistic significance of St Anthony’s Chapel, from its origins to its enduring role in Edinburgh's visual landscape. | 15th century, St Anthony’s Chapel, Arthur’s Seat, romantic ruins, visual representation, pilgrimage, Holyrood Abbey, cultural heritage | |
| New | 10 | R. J. Morris, ‘Ramsay Garden: “Professor Geddes’s New Buildings”’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 10 (2014), pp. 107–126. | The architectural and social development of Ramsay Garden in the 1890s, highlighting Patrick Geddes’s role in creating a model urban community. | 19th century, Ramsay Garden, Patrick Geddes, town planning, Arts and Crafts movement, urban development, student housing, civic architecture | |
| New | 10 | Roger L. Emerson and Jenny Macleod, ‘The Musick Club and the Edinburgh Musical Society’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 10 (2014), pp. 45–62. | A historical examination of the Musick Club and the Edinburgh Musical Society, their contributions to Edinburgh’s cultural life during the Scottish Enlightenment, and their influence on music and society. | 18th century, Scottish Enlightenment, Musick Club, Edinburgh Musical Society, St Cecilia’s Hall, classical music, social clubs | |
| New | 10 | Roger Marjoribanks, ‘Sir John Marjoribanks, Bart, MP (1763–1833)’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 10 (2014), pp. 151–156. | A detailed biography of Sir John Marjoribanks, focusing on his contributions as Lord Provost of Edinburgh and his impact on the city’s infrastructure and politics. | 18th century, 19th century, Sir John Marjoribanks, Lord Provost, Regent Bridge, Edinburgh Town Council, political history, urban planning | |
| New | 10 | Steven Robb, ‘The Public Washhouses of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 10 (2014), pp. 127–150. | The evolution of public washhouses in Edinburgh, their role in improving public health, and the architectural and social dynamics surrounding their development. | 19th century, 20th century, public washhouses, urban sanitation, social reform, Ebenezer MacRae, public health, Scottish architecture, South Gray’s Close | |
| New | 10 | William Irvine Fortescue, ‘James Ker, Member of Parliament for Edinburgh, 1747–1754’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 10 (2014), pp. 17–44. | 18th century, James Ker, goldsmith, Member of Parliament, urban development, Hanoverians, New Town, Jacobite Rising | |
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| New | 10 | Iain Gordon Brown, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 10 (2014), pp. 165–167. | The political career of James Ker, an Edinburgh goldsmith, and his contributions to urban development, trade, and governance in mid-18th century Edinburgh. | book review, Henry Raeburn, portraiture, Scottish Enlightenment, art history, cultural heritage, Royal Academy, Scottish artists, 19th century, biography book review, Henry Raeburn, portrait painting, Scottish Enlightenment, art history, connoisseurship, Royal Academy, Scottish-American relations, collectors, print culture, biography | |
| New | 11 | Alan McKinney and Bob Morris, ‘The Formation of the Old Edinburgh Club and Its First 300 Members’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 11 (2015), pp. 35–52. | A detailed account of the establishment of the Old Edinburgh Club in 1908, exploring its early members, motivations, and its role in preserving Edinburgh’s history. | 20th century, Old Edinburgh Club, historical preservation, Patrick Geddes, urban history, cultural identity, municipal pride, Lord Rosebery, John Chiene, Walter Blaikie | |
| New | 11 | Alastair J. Durie, ‘A Morningside Brethren Meeting: The Old Schoolhouse’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 11 (2015), pp. 53–64. | A historical overview of the Old Schoolhouse in Morningside, Edinburgh, as a site of worship for the Brethren movement and its evolution over a century. | 19th century, 20th century, Old Schoolhouse, Morningside, Plymouth Brethren, Glanton movement, Christian outreach, community history | |
| New | 11 | Alison Macdonald, ‘Archibald McDowall (1743–1816): A Public Spirited Man’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 11 (2015), pp. 9–18. | This article explores the life and contributions of Archibald McDowall, an influential figure in 18th century Edinburgh, with a focus on his family background, business ventures, and civic involvement. | 18th century, McDowall family, Canonmills, Scottish Enlightenment, manufacturing, civic leadership, Edinburgh Town Council | |
| New | 11 | Denis Smith, ‘“Quite Unique in His Cemetery”: Sir James Caw’s Gravestone’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 11 (2015), pp. 65–68. | This article explores the life of Sir James Caw, a significant figure in Scottish art history, focusing on his gravestone and the mystery surrounding his burial at Newington Cemetery. | 20th century, Sir James Caw, Scottish art history, Newington Cemetery, McTaggart family, memorials, art historian | |
| New | 11 | Joe Rock, ‘The Monument to John Bayne, Greyfriars Churchyard, Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 11 (2015), pp. 1–8. | This article examines the unique monument to John Bayne of Pitcarlie, located in Greyfriars Churchyard, focusing on its architectural features, historical context, and the connection to classical design. | 17th century, John Bayne, Greyfriars Kirkyard, Scottish architecture, classical design, monuments, Bayne monument, James Smith, Keeper of the Royal Signet | |
| New | 11 | Neil MacGillivray, ‘Epidemic Disease in Edinburgh, 1840–1850’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 11 (2015), pp. 19–34. | This article examines the impact of epidemic diseases, particularly fever and cholera, in Edinburgh during the 1840s, analyzing their relationship with social and economic conditions in the Old Town. | 19th century, epidemics, cholera, fever, public health, Old Town, poverty | |
| New | 11 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 11 (2015), pp. 69–81. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s history, covering urban development, public health, portraiture, mapping, transport, festivals, and significant historical events. | book reviews, portraiture, Allan Ramsay, urban planning, public health, Henry Littlejohn, transport history, Edinburgh trams, mapping Edinburgh, Edinburgh Festival, Flodden, Blue Blanket, New Town | |
| New | 12 | Ian Levitt, ‘The Treasury and the Edinburgh Royal Botanic Garden, 1846–1914’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 12 (2016), pp. 89–102. | This article examines the role of the Treasury in the development and funding of the Edinburgh Royal Botanic Garden from 1846 to 1914, detailing the influence of government policies on the institution’s growth and funding challenges. | 19th century, Royal Botanic Garden, public funding, Treasury, government policy, horticultural science, civic improvement | |
| New | 12 | Joe Rock, ‘The Decorated Room at Moray House, c. 1706–10’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 12 (2016), pp. 1–16. | This article explores the early 18th-century decorated room at Moray House in Edinburgh, focusing on the design and significance of its neoclassical painted panels, associated with Sir William Bruce and a range of craftsmen. | 18th century, Moray House, Sir William Bruce, neoclassical design, painted decoration, Scottish architecture, Roderick Chalmers | |
| New | 12 | John M. Barton, ‘The March Stones Around Edinburgh Castle’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 12 (2016), pp. 83–88. | This article examines the history and significance of the march stones placed around Edinburgh Castle as boundary markers, focusing on their role in defining territorial ownership and their later recognition as historical landmarks. | 19th century, march stones, Edinburgh Castle, North Loch, Nor Loch, boundary markers, Court of Session, Royal Charter, urban development | |
| New | 12 | Karen Baston, ‘Henry Raeburn versus the Stockbridge Steam Engine’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 12 (2016), pp. 27–36. | This article explores the 1815 legal case "Raeburn v. Kedslie", in which the renowned portrait artist Henry Raeburn, along with other Stockbridge residents, contested the installation of a steam engine at a local mill, citing it as a public nuisance. | 19th century, Henry Raeburn, Andrew Kedslie, Stockbridge, steam engine, nuisance law, industrial revolution, legal history | |
| New | 12 | John Chalmers, ‘The War of Words – The Rise and Fall of The Beacon Newspaper’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 12 (2016), pp. 37–46. | This article examines the political tensions in early 19th century Edinburgh, focusing on the launch and demise of the Tory-leaning Beacon newspaper, which was created as a response to the Whig-dominated press and became embroiled in controversy and libel cases. | 19th century, The Beacon newspaper, Tory press, Whigs, political unrest, Sir Walter Scott, libel, media history | |
| New | 12 | Mark C. Wallace, ‘Masonic Rebellion and the Rise of the Whigs’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 12 (2016), pp. 47–64. | This article explores the political tensions within Scottish freemasonry during the early 19th century, focusing on the Masonic Secession of 1808, which was driven by political factions and their impact on the Grand Lodge of Scotland. | 19th century, Scottish freemasonry, Masonic Secession, Whigs, Tory politics, political polarization, Grand Lodge of Scotland | |
| New | 12 | Patricia R. Andrew, ‘Four Statues and a Landslip: Allan Ramsay, John Wilson, Thomas Guthrie and Charity’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 12 (2016), pp. 65–82. | This article explores the history behind the four significant statues in Edinburgh’s Princes Street Gardens, focusing on the memorialization of Allan Ramsay, John Wilson, and Thomas Guthrie, and the associated landslip that affected the planned monument installations. | 19th century, Allan Ramsay, John Wilson, Thomas Guthrie, statues, Princes Street Gardens, landslip, public monuments | |
| New | 12 | William Irvine Fortescue, ‘Black Slaves, Apprentices or Servants in Eighteenth-Century Scotland: Evidence from Edinburgh Newspapers’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 12 (2016), pp. 17–26. | This article examines the presence and status of black slaves, apprentices, and servants in 18th century Scotland, focusing on evidence from Edinburgh newspapers and advertisements regarding runaway slaves and their conditions. | 18th century, black slaves, apprentices, servants, runaway notices, slavery, Scottish colonialism | |
| New | 12 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 12 (2016), pp. 103–109. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s history, covering slavery connections, Robert Burns, prostitution, disability history, railway photography, urban renewal, and literature. | book reviews, slavery, Caribbean connections, Robert Burns, prostitution, public health, railway history, photography, urban renewal, Scottish literature | |
| New | 13 | Alan McKinney, ‘Oddfellows Hall, Forrest Road, Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 13 (2017), pp. 29–42. | This article explores the history and significance of the Oddfellows Hall on Forrest Road in Edinburgh, designed by J.C. Hay and completed in 1874. It discusses the origins of the Oddfellows, their social role, and the architectural features of the building. | 19th century, Oddfellows, Forrest Road, social societies, Friendly Societies, J.C. Hay, charitable work, mutual aid | |
| New | 13 | Alan McKinney, ‘The Edinburgh Graveyard Project’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 13 (2017), pp. 135–136. | This article discusses the Edinburgh Graveyard Project, focusing on the restoration of gravestones in the city’s historic cemeteries, including Liberton, Grange, and Newington Cemeteries. It highlights the collaboration between the City of Edinburgh Council, local community groups, and the Old Edinburgh Club to restore monuments and improve the cemetery landscapes. | graveyard restoration, cemeteries, Liberton Cemetery, Grange Cemetery, Newington Cemetery, Old Edinburgh Club, monument restoration, community involvement | |
| New | 13 | David McCrone, ‘In Defence of Parochialism: Municipal Politics in 20th-Century Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 13 (2017), pp. 79–90. | This article examines the development of municipal politics in Edinburgh during the 20th century, focusing on the dominance of political parochialism, and the rise and fall of the Progressive Association and other political movements that shaped the city’s governance. | 20th century, municipal politics, Progressive Association, Labour Party, political parochialism, city council, local government | |
| New | 13 | Douglas Baugh, ‘St Roch’s Chapel and Plague on the Burgh Muir of Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 13 (2017), pp. 105–126. | This article investigates the historical context and purpose of St Roch’s Chapel located on the Burgh Muir of Edinburgh, focusing on its connection to plague outbreaks, religious practices, and the role of the Burgh Council in its establishment and maintenance. | 16th century, St Roch’s Chapel, Burgh Muir, plague, Burgh Council, Purgatory, religious practices, burial sites | |
| New | 13 | Ian Levitt, ‘The Treasury and Edinburgh’s Museum of Science and Art, 1844–1889’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 13 (2017), pp. 91–104. | This article explores the financial and administrative negotiations between the UK Treasury and the City of Edinburgh regarding the construction and maintenance of the Museum of Science and Art, which later became the Royal Scottish Museum, from 1844 to 1889. | 19th century, Museum of Science and Art, Treasury, public funding, UK government, museum development, public education | |
| New | 13 | Patricia R. Andrew and Iain Gordon Brown, ‘A View of Abercromby Place by Alexander Nasmyth and its Relationship to Wider Edinburgh Topography’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 13 (2017), pp. 127–134. | This article explores Alexander Nasmyth’s 1830 painting of Abercromby Place in Edinburgh, examining its artistic interpretation of the street’s topography and its symbolic relation to the New Town’s architectural vision, including influences from other European cities. | 19th century, Alexander Nasmyth, Abercromby Place, New Town, topography, architecture, scenic design, urban landscape | |
| New | 13 | Robin Tait, ‘Advocate’s Close and Adam Bothwell’s House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 13 (2017), pp. 1–8. | This article explores the evolution of Advocate’s Close and Adam Bothwell’s House in Edinburgh, examining the architectural features, historical significance, and the urban development of the area as influenced by social, political, and legal changes. | 16th century, 17th century, Advocate’s Close, Adam Bothwell, High Street, urban development, medieval architecture, Renaissance, burgage plots | |
| New | 13 | Steven Robb, ‘Ebenezer MacRae and Interwar Housing in Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 13 (2017), pp. 43–78. | This article examines Ebenezer MacRae’s role as City Architect in Edinburgh from 1925 to 1946, focusing on his contributions to the design and construction of council housing during the interwar period, including both infill developments and peripheral schemes. | 20th century, Ebenezer MacRae, interwar housing, public housing, council housing, housing design, slum clearance, housing standards | |
| New | 13 | William Irvine Fortescue, ‘Ebenezer Oliphant: Edinburgh Goldsmith and Life-Long Jacobite’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 13 (2017), pp. 9–28. | This article examines Ebenezer Oliphant, an influential 18th-century Edinburgh goldsmith who was a staunch Jacobite, his work, and the impact of his political allegiance on his personal and professional life. | 18th century, Ebenezer Oliphant, goldsmith, Jacobite, Scottish crafts, political allegiance, Edinburgh trades, silverwork | |
| New | 13 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 13 (2017), pp. 137–142. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s history, covering urban development, the Scottish Enlightenment, chemistry, 18th century diaries, transport, and social history. | book reviews, Scottish towns, urban development, Scottish Enlightenment, chemistry, university history, Robert Burns, transport history, social history, Morningside | |
| New | 14 | Alan Rees, ‘Collective Action to Meet Social Needs: Edinburgh Voluntary Organisations’ Council’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 14 (2018), pp. 89–98. | This article provides an overview of the Edinburgh Voluntary Organisations' Council (EVOC), its history, and its contributions to addressing social needs in Edinburgh. It discusses the evolution of charitable activities, welfare, and the role of voluntary organisations in the city from the late 19th century to the present. | 19th century, Edinburgh Voluntary Organisations’ Council, social welfare, charity, poverty, homelessness, public health, community service, Edinburgh Association for Improving the Condition of the Poor, Alexander Wood, Flora Stevenson | |
| New | 14 | Barclay Price, ‘Edinburgh’s First Chinese Gentleman’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 14 (2018), pp. 45–58. | This article chronicles the life of William Macao, the first Chinese man to settle permanently in Britain and specifically in Edinburgh. It explores his origins, his life in Edinburgh, and his historical significance as the first Chinese man to marry a British woman, settle in Britain, and be baptized into the Protestant Church. | 18th century, Chinese immigrants, William Macao, Chinese community, naturalisation, Excise Office, intermarriage, Helen Ross | |
| New | 14 | Ian Levitt, ‘The Treasury and the National Galleries of Scotland, 1844–1910’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 14 (2018), pp. 69–88. | This article examines the financial relationship between the UK Treasury and the National Galleries of Scotland from the foundation of the National Gallery in 1850 to the early 20th century, exploring issues of public funding, governance, and the allocation of resources for art collections and exhibitions. | 19th century, National Gallery of Scotland, Treasury, public funding, art galleries, Victorian art, Scottish art, government support | |
| New | 14 | Janet Starkey, ‘Food for Thought: Coffee, Coffee-Houses and Le Bon Goût in Edinburgh During the Scottish Enlightenment’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 14 (2018), pp. 23–44. | This article explores the role of coffee and coffee-houses in Edinburgh during the Scottish Enlightenment, highlighting their connection to intellectual and social life, their significance in shaping public taste, and the cultural exchange that occurred in these spaces. | 18th century, coffee, coffee-houses, Scottish Enlightenment, social life, intellectual exchange, public taste, le bon goût, Alexander Russell, Tobias Smollett | |
| New | 14 | Joe Rock, ‘The Design and Building of Newhailes House’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 14 (2018), pp. 1–22. | This article explores the architectural history of Newhailes House, from its early design by James Smith through to later alterations and extensions by the Dalrymple family. It examines the building's construction, design influences, and historical context. | 18th century, Newhailes House, James Smith, Dalrymple family, architecture, Scottish country houses, building design, historical research | |
| New | 14 | Sara Stevenson, ‘James Syme: Humanity and the Garden’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 14 (2018), pp. 59–68. | This article focuses on the life and personal characteristics of James Syme, an eminent surgeon in 19th century Edinburgh, with a particular emphasis on his love of gardening, his professional accomplishments, and his contributions to medical education. | 19th century, James Syme, surgery, gardening, horticulture, medical education, botanical gardens, medical history | |
| New | 14 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 14 (2018), pp. 99–113. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s history, covering public sculpture, trade guilds, the Scottish Enlightenment, Georgian gardens, and local industries. | book reviews, public sculpture, Henry Raeburn, Georgian gardens, Scottish Enlightenment, John Napier, logarithms, trade guilds, urban development, Leith history, Reginald Phillimore, Edinburgh postcards | |
| New | 15 | Patricia R. Andrew, ‘“Contributions at St Petersburg”: Patriotic Support for Public Monuments in Edinburgh in the Early Nineteenth Century’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 15 (2019), pp. 119–131. | This article explores the financial and cultural contributions made by Scots in St Petersburg towards the funding of public monuments in Edinburgh, particularly the Scott Monument, in the early 19th century. | 19th century, Scott Monument, St Petersburg, Scots abroad, public monuments, fundraising, Walter Scott, Russian connections | |
| New | 15 | Esther Breitenbach, ‘Edinburgh Suffragists: Exercising the Franchise at Local Level’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 15 (2019), pp. 63–79. | This article discusses the involvement of Edinburgh suffragists in local elections, particularly within School Boards, Parish Councils, and Town Councils, and how they engaged in political activism to secure women's rights and representation at local levels in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. | 19th century, 20th century, women’s suffrage, local government, School Boards, Parish Councils, Town Councils, Scottish suffragists, Edinburgh National Society for Women’s Suffrage, women’s history | |
| New | 15 | Thomas Brochard, ‘Cachepell and Tennis in Edinburgh in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 15 (2019), pp. 109–117. | This article explores the history of the game of cachepell (early tennis) in Edinburgh, focusing on the locations of tennis courts, their social context, and the legal and financial aspects surrounding their ownership and usage in the 16th and 17th centuries. | 16th century, 17th century, cachepell, tennis, social history, tennis courts | |
| New | 15 | Iain Gordon Brown, ‘Edinburgh as Athens: New Evidence to Support a Topographical and Intellectual Idea Current in the Early Nineteenth Century’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 15 (2019), pp. 1–12. | This article examines the intellectual and cultural concept of Edinburgh being regarded as the ‘Athens of the North’ during the early 19th century, focusing on comparisons between the physical landscape of Athens and Edinburgh, as well as the cultural and intellectual aspirations that shaped this idea. | 19th century, Athens of the North, George Sibbald, Scottish Enlightenment, intellectual history, topography, classical architecture | |
| New | 15 | Clarisse Godard Desmarest, ‘Princes Street, Edinburgh: A Street of Encounters’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 15 (2019), pp. 13–27. | This article investigates the architectural and historical significance of Princes Street, Edinburgh, analysing its transformation from a residential area to a commercial hub, and the interactions between the Old and New Towns through its urban development. | 18th century, Princes Street, New Town, Old Town, urban development, architecture, commercialisation | |
| New | 15 | Michael Gall, ‘The Kirkgate Comprehensive Development Area’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 15 (2019), pp. 81–99. | This article explores the comprehensive redevelopment of the Kirkgate area in Leith during the 1950s and 1960s, focusing on the social, political, and economic implications of the scheme, including the displacement of local businesses and residents. | 20th century, Kirkgate, Leith, urban redevelopment, comprehensive development area, housing, traffic congestion, social displacement | |
| New | 15 | Ian Levitt, ‘“Give Authority”: The Treasury and the Renovation of Holyrood, 1837–1909’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 15 (2019), pp. 45–62. | This article examines the financial and administrative processes behind the extensive renovation of Holyrood Palace and its surrounding park, focusing on the role of the UK Treasury and the pressure from Edinburgh’s Town Council and the Scottish government. | 19th century, Holyrood Palace, Treasury, urban renovation, public works, Scottish government, Queen Victoria, historical preservation | |
| New | 15 | Richard Rodger, ‘Queen Victoria, Edinburgh, and a Sense of Place’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 15 (2019), pp. 29–44. | This article explores Queen Victoria’s visits to Edinburgh in the 19th century, focusing on her personal impressions of the city and its landscape, her observations about the built environment, and the royal influence on the city's cultural and architectural identity. | 19th century, Queen Victoria, royal visits, architecture, Scottish identity, landscape, urban development | |
| New | 15 | Sara Stevenson, ‘The Chronicles of a Garden: Its Pets and its Pleasures’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 15 (2019), pp. 101–107. | This article explores the life of Henrietta Wilson, a member of the Wilson family of Edinburgh, who was passionate about gardening, natural history, and the animals in her care. It discusses her observations, relationships with pets, and her work, including the posthumous publication of her writings. | 19th century, Henrietta Wilson, natural history, gardening, pets, animal companionship, family life, Chronicles of a Garden | |
| New | 15 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 15 (2019), pp. 133–140. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s history, covering urban planning, architecture, historical monuments, cultural heritage, and local identity. | book reviews, New Town, Calton Hill, Queen Street, urban planning, architecture, monuments, cultural heritage, Leith history | |
| New | 16 | Patricia R. Andrew and Iain Gordon Brown, ‘A Halberdier at the Piazza: John Myles and the City Officer’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 16 (2020), pp. 93–101. | This article discusses the Scottish artist John Myles and his portraits of Edinburgh’s City Officers, specifically focusing on his depiction of a halberdier in front of the City Chambers, exploring Myles’s artistic career, his subjects, and the historical context of the City Officers’ role in 19th-century Edinburgh. | 19th century, John Myles, City Officers, City Chambers, portraiture, civic authority, halberd, Victorian art | |
| New | 16 | Charlotte Bowers, ‘“Men Who Loved Their Fellow Mortals”: Blood Donor Recruitment, Identity and Motivation in Edinburgh, 1930–1939’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 16 (2020), pp. 63–75. | This article explores the establishment of the Edinburgh Blood Transfusion Service and the recruitment of blood donors in the 1930s, focusing on motivations, identities, and community engagement in Edinburgh’s first voluntary blood donation campaign. | 20th century, blood donation, blood transfusion, public health, Edinburgh Blood Transfusion Service, donor motivation, identity | |
| New | 16 | Clarisse Godard Desmarest and Aonghus MacKechnie, ‘“An Edinburgh Citizen of Very Ancient Standing”: Prime Minister Lord Rosebery, Architectural Patron and Conservationist’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 16 (2020), pp. 19–46. | This article explores the architectural patronage and conservationist efforts of Lord Rosebery, particularly his influence on the preservation and renovation of Edinburgh’s historic buildings and his contributions to the city’s cultural identity. | 19th century, Lord Rosebery, architectural patronage, conservation, Scottish heritage, city development, Old Edinburgh Club | |
| New | 16 | Roger Emmerson, ‘Circumnavigating the Globe: RW Forsyth’s, Princes Street, and Its Meanings’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 16 (2020), pp. 1–17. | This article examines the architectural significance of RW Forsyth’s department store on Princes Street, Edinburgh, focusing on the symbolic meanings of its tower, temple, spire, and globe, and their relationship to the cultural and economic values of the time. | 20th century, RW Forsyth’s, architecture, sculpture, retail history, symbolism, Scottish architecture, John James Burnet | |
| New | 16 | James Hamilton, ‘Building ‘The Palace of Bokes’: Robert Reid, William Stark, and the Signet Library’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 16 (2020), pp. 77–91. | This article explores the architectural design and construction of the Signet Library in Edinburgh, focusing on the contributions of Robert Reid and William Stark. It examines their roles in the building’s creation, with an emphasis on the building’s neoclassical interior and its significance in Edinburgh’s architectural history. | 19th century, Signet Library, Robert Reid, William Stark, neoclassical architecture, architectural history, William Playfair, library design | |
| New | 16 | Alan McKinney, ‘The Edinburgh Graveyard Project: Rebuilding Monuments’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 16 (2020), pp. 109–110. | This article discusses the continuing efforts of the Edinburgh Graveyard Project, focusing on the restoration and rebuilding of headstones in historic cemeteries such as the Grange Cemetery and Liberton Cemetery, with an emphasis on community involvement and public engagement. | 21st century, cemetery restoration, Grange Cemetery, Liberton Cemetery, community payback scheme, monument rebuilding, public engagement | |
| New | 16 | Malcolm Noble, ‘Finding Edinburgh’s Pasts: Introducing the OEC Bibliography of Edinburgh History’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 16 (2020), pp. 103–107. | This article introduces the Old Edinburgh Club’s Bibliography of which collates a wide range of works related to the city’s history, offering insights into trends in local historiography and the growing interest in Edinburgh’s past. | bibliography, historical research, Zotero, public history, local historiography, urban history, Bibliography of Edinburgh History | |
| New | 16 | Joe Rock, ‘The Edinburgh Academy of St Luke at Work, c. 1737–47’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 16 (2020), pp. 47–62. | This article discusses the early years of the Edinburgh Academy of St Luke, founded in 1729, focusing on its role in the teaching of life drawing and anatomy, and its connections to notable artists such as Richard Cooper, Allan Ramsay, and Sir Robert Strange. | 18th century, Academy of St Luke, life drawing, anatomy, Richard Cooper, Allan Ramsay, Robert Strange | |
| New | 16 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 16 (2020), pp. 111–114. | Reviews of two books on Edinburgh’s history, covering urban green spaces, graveyards and cemeteries, local heritage, and historical preservation. | book reviews, urban trees, Canaan, Patrick Geddes, Astley Ainslie, graveyards, cemeteries, public monuments, Leith history | |
| New | 17 | Patricia R. Andrew, ‘The City from Afar: John Thomson’s Edinburgh from Hillside’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 17 (2021), pp. 103–108. | This article discusses John Thomson’s 1824 painting A View from the Grounds of Hillside, which captures a panoramic view of Edinburgh from Fife. It focuses on the patron, James Stuart of Dunearn, and the historical and artistic context surrounding the creation of the artwork. | 19th century, John Thomson, landscape painting, Hillside, James Stuart of Dunearn, Firth of Forth, Romanticism, Walter Scott | |
| New | 17 | Douglas Baugh, ‘Early History of Morningside’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 17 (2021), pp. 33–49. | This article traces the early history of Morningside, Edinburgh, focusing on its development from the 16th century to the 18th century. It explores the district’s origins, its feuing process, and significant land transactions that shaped the area. | 16th century, 17th century, Morningside, Burgh Muir, feuing, land history, urban development, Greenhill, St Cuthbert’s parish | |
| New | 17 | Maximilian Knight, ‘Reconsidering an Edinburgh Institution: The British Linen Company and its Slavery Connection’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 17 (2021), pp. 75–90. | This article reexamines the British Linen Company (BLC), founded in Edinburgh in 1746, highlighting its connection to slavery, particularly its role in the plantation economy and the financial support it received from individuals profiting from enslaved labour. | 18th century, British Linen Company, Scottish economy, slavery, plantations, colonial trade, linen industry, financial institutions | |
| New | 17 | Diana Leat, ‘Philanthropist, Female, Forgotten: Catherine Sinclair’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 17 (2021), pp. 65–74. | This article examines the philanthropic work of Catherine Sinclair, a prominent 19th century Edinburgh figure, highlighting her contributions to various social causes and her involvement in charitable activities, despite being largely forgotten in contemporary accounts. | 19th century, Catherine Sinclair, philanthropy, social reform, women’s charity, Scottish society, Victorian women, women’s history | |
| New | 17 | Ian Levitt, ‘The Treasury and the University of Edinburgh, 1840–1900’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 17 (2021), pp. 51–64. | This article examines the relationship between the UK Treasury and the University of Edinburgh during the 19th century, focusing on the support the University received for capital projects and educational development, as well as the Treasury's control over financial matters. | 19th century, Treasury, University of Edinburgh, public funding, capital projects, academic grants, British government | |
| New | 17 | Simon Milne, ‘Around the Botanics in 350 Years: An Exploration of the Evolution of Edinburgh’s World Leading Botanic Garden’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 17 (2021), pp. 91–102. | This article traces the history of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE), from its establishment in 1670 as a physic garden to its current status as a world leader in botanical research and conservation, highlighting key events, people, and plants that shaped its development. | 17th century, Royal Botanic Garden, plant conservation, botany, history of science, James Sutherland, Andrew Balfour, Robert Sibbald, John Hope, Charles Alston | |
| New | 17 | Gillian M. Raab, ‘Jews in Edinburgh and Their Marriages 1841–1911’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 17 (2021), pp. 15–32. | This article explores the demographic history of Jews in Edinburgh between 1841 and 1911, focusing on their marriages, migration patterns, and social integration. It uses marriage records to provide insights into the religious life and the evolving Jewish community in Edinburgh during this period. | 19th century, Jewish community, Jewish marriages, migration, Eastern European Jews, Census records, religious communities, demographic history | |
| New | 17 | Antonia Simpson and Roger Jeffery, ‘John Borthwick Gilchrist: An Edinburgh Lad o’ Pairts Let Loose in India and London’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 17 (2021), pp. 1–14. | This article examines the life of John Borthwick Gilchrist, an Edinburgh-born linguist, surgeon, and philanthropist who contributed significantly to the study of Hindustani and the education of British East India Company officers, while also having an impact on the development of educational and charitable initiatives. | 18th century, John Borthwick Gilchrist, Hindustani, education, linguistics, East India Company, philanthropy, India | |
| New | 17 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 17 (2021), pp. 109–112. | Reviews of three books on Edinburgh’s history, covering Greek inscriptions, literary heritage, urban development, and social history. | book reviews, Greek inscriptions, Athens of the North, literary heritage, printing history, Scottish Enlightenment, Constitution Street, urban history, Leith history | |
| New | 18 | Joan Fraser, ‘Elevating the Poor: The Origin, Activities and Evolution of the Edinburgh Association for Improving the Condition of the Poor, c. 1868–1906’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 18 (2022), pp. 51–70. | This article examines the origins and development of the Edinburgh Association for Improving the Condition of the Poor, established in 1868 to address the needs of the city’s impoverished population. It explores the organization's efforts to provide relief and improve living conditions for the poor through various charitable activities, including house visits and the provision of food, clothing, and employment. | 19th century, Edinburgh Association for Improving the Condition of the Poor, charity, poverty relief, social welfare, house-to-house visiting, William Alison, Alexander Wood, Henry Littlejohn | |
| New | 18 | Michael Gall, ‘Toun’s College or College’s Toun? A Study into the Social Effects of the Edinburgh University Comprehensive Development Area’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 18 (2022), pp. 91–110. | This article explores the social and urban impacts of the Comprehensive Development Area (CDA) initiative in Edinburgh, focusing on the effects of the University of Edinburgh’s expansion plans during the mid-20th century, including displacement of residents and businesses, urban blight, and the shifting dynamics between the University and the local South Side community. | 20th century, University of Edinburgh, South Side, urban renewal, Comprehensive Development Area, social displacement, community impact, housing, redevelopment | |
| New | 18 | Angus MacKechnie, ‘Inventing Scotch Baronial Edinburgh: The Role of Walter Scott’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 18 (2022), pp. 15–38. | This article explores the influence of Walter Scott on the development of the Scotch Baronial architectural style in Edinburgh, focusing on his role as a patron and his impact on the work of architects like William Burn and David Bryce. It discusses how Scott’s own architectural experiments at Abbotsford catalysed the spread of the Baronial style. | 19th century, Walter Scott, Scotch Baronial, architecture, William Burn, David Bryce, Abbotsford, Romanticism | |
| New | 18 | Jennifer Melville, ‘Edinburgh and Slavery’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 18 (2022), pp. 39–50. | This article examines Edinburgh’s long and complex relationship with slavery, focusing on the city’s role in the transatlantic slave trade, its involvement in slavery-based industries, and the legacies of wealth and social structures built on the exploitation of enslaved people. | slavery, Scottish Enlightenment, transatlantic slave trade, wealth, abolition, Edinburgh’s economy, historical research | |
| New | 18 | Richard Rodger, ‘Obituary of Professor R. J. Morris’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 18 (2022), pp. vii–viii. | This obituary pays tribute to Professor R. J. Morris, Honorary Vice-President of the Old Edinburgh Club and former Editor of the Book of the Old Edinburgh Club. It highlights his significant contributions to the study of urban history and the history of Edinburgh. | Professor R. J. Morris, obituary, urban history, Edinburgh, social history, economic history, Old Edinburgh Club | |
| New | 18 | Robert Pirrie, ‘Identity, Imagination and George IV in Edinburgh, 1822’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 18 (2022), pp. 1–14. | This article revisits the historical events surrounding George IV’s 1822 visit to Edinburgh, critically examining the myths and popular interpretations that have shaped the memory of this event in Scottish history, particularly regarding Walter Scott’s role in organizing the visit and the representation of Scottish identity. | 19th century, George IV, Walter Scott, Scottish identity, royal visit, myths, pageantry, Scottish nationalism | |
| New | 18 | John W. Sawkins and Andrew J. Sawkins, ‘Servant Keeping and Residential Neighbourhood Composition: Presbyterian Ministers in Late Nineteenth-Century Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 18 (2022), pp. 71–80. | This article provides an analysis of the social status of Presbyterian ministers in Edinburgh in 1881, focusing on their domestic arrangements, particularly servant keeping, and the social composition of the neighbourhoods in which they lived. It explores these factors as indicators of their economic and social position. | 19th century, Presbyterian ministers, servant keeping, social status, neighbourhood composition, 1881 census, Victorian society, economic status | |
| New | 18 | Jill Turnbull, ‘The Role of Glass in Chemistry, Especially in Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 18 (2022), pp. 81–90. | This article examines the critical role that glass played in the development of chemistry, with a focus on its use in laboratories, particularly in Edinburgh. It explores how glass was used for chemical apparatus and distillation equipment, supporting advancements in both chemistry and medicine. | chemistry, glass, chemical apparatus, Joseph Black, distillation, 18th century, laboratory equipment, Scottish science | |
| New | 18 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 18 (2022), pp. 111–117. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s history, covering workers' housing, classical influences, urban governance, architecture, and social history. | book reviews, Edinburgh Colonies, cooperative housing, Athens of the North, urban planning, Scottish Enlightenment, social history, Mary Queen of Scots, rowing history | |
| New | 19 | Jane Croom, ‘Major James Weir of Tollcross and Drumsheugh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 19 (2023), pp. 21–39. | This article explores the life and legacy of Major James Weir (1757–1820), a Royal Marine officer and topographical artist. It delves into his naval career, particularly his participation in significant naval engagements such as the Battle of the Nile, as well as his artistic endeavors that documented Mediterranean landscapes and naval scenes. The article also investigates his role in the urban development of Edinburgh, particularly his contribution to the construction of Lynedoch Place in Drumsheugh. | 18th century, Major James Weir, Royal Marines, Battle of the Nile, topographical art, Lynedoch Place, Drumsheugh, naval history, Scottish architecture | |
| New | 19 | Matthew Ferrie, ‘Edinburgh Central Library Manuscript Cataloguing Project: The Jean Butchart Bursary’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 19 (2023), pp. 105–110. | This article provides a reflective account of Matthew Ferrie’s work as the first recipient of the Jean Butchart Bursary, focusing on the digitisation and cataloguing of manuscripts held by Edinburgh City Libraries. The article details his experience with the cataloguing process, the complexities of the collection, and the historical insights gained from working with the archival materials. | manuscript cataloguing, Jean Butchart Bursary, Edinburgh City Libraries, archive digitisation, historical manuscripts, library studies, archival work | |
| New | 19 | Ian Levitt, ‘The Treasury, Edinburgh, and the Royal Mile, 1824–1911’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 19 (2023), pp. 67–84. | This article explores the role of the UK Treasury in supporting the key buildings and institutions of Edinburgh, particularly those located on the Royal Mile, and the challenges the city faced in securing government funding for improvements and restoration of these historic sites. | 19th century, Treasury, Royal Mile, Parliament House, St Giles Cathedral, Scottish Regalia, government support, historic preservation | |
| New | 19 | Steven Robb, ‘James Nicolson, A Leith Jacobite Martyr’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 19 (2023), pp. 41–65. | This article traces the life and martyrdom of James Nicolson, a Jacobite officer from Leith who was executed for his role in the 1745 Jacobite Rising. It examines his family background, motivations for joining the Jacobite cause, and the aftermath of his execution. | 18th century, James Nicolson, Jacobite Rising, Leith, martyrdom, high treason, Jacobite officers, 1745 Rebellion, Duke of Perth’s Regiment | |
| New | 19 | John W. Sawkins, ‘The Burgh Church Seat Rents: A Source of Municipal Revenue in Nineteenth-Century Edinburgh’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 19 (2023), pp. 85–104. | This article examines the system of seat rents in Edinburgh’s burgh churches, focusing on its origins, its role in financing municipal ecclesiastical responsibilities, and its significance as a source of revenue for the city in the 19th century. | 19th century, burgh churches, seat rents, municipal revenue, ecclesiastical finances, city bankruptcy, Reformation, Edinburgh Council, church buildings | |
| New | 19 | Penelope Wilson, ‘Networked Edinburgh 1800–1820: James Bremner and the Stamp Office Story’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series 19 (2023), pp. 1–20. | This article examines the life of James Bremner, a key figure in Edinburgh during the early 19th century, who worked as the Solicitor of Stamps for Scotland. It delves into his professional life, the scandal surrounding the Scottish Stamp Office, and the personal and professional networks that shaped Edinburgh during the period. | 19th century, James Bremner, Stamp Office, Edinburgh networks, Scottish bureaucracy, Anglo-Scottish relations, legal history, political scandal, Treasury | |
| New | 19 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 19 (2023), pp. 111–118. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s history, covering literary culture, urban transformation, social housing, veterinary education, and historical witch trials | book reviews, John Gibson Lockhart, literary Edinburgh, Peter’s Letters, Constitution Street, social housing, veterinary education, William Dick, witch trials, Agnes Finnie, Leith history | |
| New | 20 | Tristram Clarke, ‘Before Adam: The Earl of Morton and the Origins of Register House, Edinburgh, 1760–1769’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 20 (2024), pp. 1–20. | The Earl of Morton’s efforts to establish a national records repository in Edinburgh before Robert Adam’s design for Register House was realised. | Register House, 18th century, Earl of Morton, James Craig, public records, North Bridge, New Town | |
| New | 20 | Derrick Johnstone, ‘The Sweet Singers: “To See the Smoke and Utter Ruin of the Sinful Bloody City Edinburgh”’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 20 (2024), pp. 35–50. | The Sweet Singers, a radical 17th century Covenanter faction, their beliefs, activities, persecution, and their association with Edinburgh as the centre of political authority. | Sweet Singers, 17th century, Covenanters, Killing Times, Donald Cargill, John Gibb, David Jamieson, Walter Ker, Margaret Stewart, Grassmarket executions, Gibbites, Patrick Walker, transportation | |
| New | 20 | Graeme Cruickshank, ‘Port Hopetoun, Eastern Terminus of the Union Canal’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 20 (2024), pp. 93–112. | The history and development of Port Hopetoun, Edinburgh’s Union Canal terminus, from its construction in 1822 to its closure in 1922. | Port Hopetoun, Union Canal, 19th century, 20th century, transport, coal trade, Fountainbridge | |
| New | 20 | Kit Baston, ‘Borrowing Books in a City of Literature, 1750–1830’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 20 (2024), pp. 21–34. | An analysis of book borrowing in Edinburgh between 1750 and 1830, examining library records and reading habits in the city’s literary culture. | book borrowing, 18th century, 19th century, circulating libraries, Advocates Library, Royal High School, Edinburgh University Library, Chambers Circulating Library | |
| New | 20 | Malcolm Noble, ‘New Directions in Edinburgh’s Past: The Third Edition of the OEC Bibliography of Edinburgh History’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 20 (2024), pp. 113–116. | An overview of the third edition of the OEC Bibliography of its expansion, thematic trends, and future development. | bibliography, 18th century, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, historiography, Old Edinburgh Club, historical research | |
| New | 20 | Robert Sproul-Cran and Jennifer Findlay, ‘Visualising Edinburgh’s Past through Virtual Photography’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 20 (2024), pp. 63–92. | The use of digital modelling and archival research to reconstruct lost Edinburgh streetscapes, focusing on Parliament Square and the Old Tolbooth. | virtual reconstruction, 17th century, 18th century, Parliament Square, Old Tolbooth, St Giles, Parliament Hall, Old Edinburgh Reborn | |
| New | 20 | Friederike Voigt, Hauke Wiebe, and Roger Jeffery, ‘Representations of South Asians in Edinburgh in the 1840s’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 20 (2024), pp. 51–62. | Analysis of visual representations of South Asians in 1840s Edinburgh through paintings and early photography, exploring their social context and historical significance. | South Asians, 19th century, David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson, Thomas Faed, James Archer, William Borthwick Johnstone, Dhanjibhai Nauroji, photography, art, Free Church, Mohan Lal Kashmiri | |
| New | 20 | Various Authors, ‘Book Reviews’, Book of the Old Edinburgh Club, New Series, 20 (2024), pp. 117–126. | Reviews of books on Edinburgh’s history, covering topics such as street lighting, public sculpture, Stockbridge’s development, military education, and the lives of notable historical figures. | street lighting, sculpture, John Steell, Gourlay Steell, Stockbridge, architecture, New Town, military education, Scottish Military and Naval Academy, biography, 19th century, conservation, public art |