The G. Ross Roy Collection of Robert Burns

The G. Ross Roy Collection of Robert Burns
Author: Clayton Carlyle Tarr
Publisher: Univ of South Carolina Press
Total Pages: 498
Release: 2009
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 9781570038297

"The G. Ross Roy Collection of Robert Burns includes fourteen color and fifty-eight black-and-white illustrations as well as an introduction by G. Ross Roy on the history of the collection. In text and images, the catalogue documents a monumental research collection that serves as an open invitation for further investigations into the life, works, and legacy of Scotland's bard."--BOOK JACKET.

The Burns Supper

The Burns Supper
Author: Clark McGinn
Publisher: Luath Press Ltd
Total Pages: 500
Release: 2019-02-19
Genre: History
ISBN: 1912387565

When did Burns Suppers start? Why is it celebrated all over the world? Who can join in the fun? Spanning the history of the phenomenon, from the year of its creation in 1801 to the present day, this book offers you everything you need to know about the Burns Supper, and the poet for whom it is held every year. From the origins of the custom to its modern day interpretations, from the rituals and traditions to the fun and fellowship, this first full-length study of the unique annual celebration of Scotland's national poet answers every question you can think of, along with every one you can't.

The Aslib Directory

The Aslib Directory
Author: Association of Special Libraries and Information Bureaux (Great Britain)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 450
Release: 1928
Genre: Libraries
ISBN:

A Directory of Rare Book and Special Collections in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland

A Directory of Rare Book and Special Collections in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland
Author: Library Association. Rare Books Group
Publisher: London : Library Association Pub.
Total Pages: 778
Release: 1997
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

This revised edition lists approximately 1200 libraries in the UK and the Republic of Ireland, some included for the first time, with details of their rare and special book collections. It covers mainly those printed before 1850, but includes manuscript and modern material where related.

Scotland

Scotland
Author: David J. Whyte
Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc
Total Pages: 880
Release: 1998
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781901522181

Designed for the independent traveller to Scotland, this guide covers all the popular places of interest, events and attractions, together with a factfile providing essential travel information. It offers advice on means of travel, route details, accommodation, eating out and sporting activities.