Best Books About Scotland

Transported from 1945 to 1743 Scotland, a former combat nurse named Claire Randall navigates a dangerous new world torn by war and raids. Amid lairds and spies, she finds a love so intense it tears at her loyalty and heart, forcing her to choose between two lives and two men.

A charismatic schoolmistress shakes up her students' lives as she molds them into a select group of the best and brightest. Her unconventional methods spark surprises and challenges the status quo. This P.S. Edition offers additional insights and interviews.

A serial killer is on the loose in Edinburgh, and Detective John Rebus is determined to solve the case. But as the murders continue, Rebus struggles with memories of his time in the elite SAS and battles his own demons. Knots and Crosses is a thrilling and intricately plotted mystery, featuring a complex and compelling detective in a fascinating locale.

A young man named David Balfour is kidnapped and set to be sent to America by his scheming uncle. However, when the ship runs into trouble, he is rescued by Alan Breck Stewart, a rogue Jacobite. The two form a unique bond as they traverse the Scottish landscape, encountering dangerous situations and remote places. Robert Louis Stevenson's classic is an expertly written novel of travel and adventure, with a delicate balance of humor and action that has enthralled readers since its first publication in 1886.

Discover the charming residents of 44 Scotland Street and the city of Edinburgh in this satirical and perceptive novel. Meet six-year-old Bertie and his mother, alongside colorful characters like Pat and Bruce, the athletic young man with a keen sense of his own appearance, and Domenica, the eccentric and insightful widow. Enjoy a delightful and witty portrait of Edinburgh society, complete with love triangles, a lost painting, and encounters with famous Scottish figures.

Discover a Scotland beyond the tragic tales of failure and submission in this compelling history book. Archaeologist and historian Neil Oliver rewrites Scotland's past with the latest research, placing her story in the wider context of global history to explode the myths that have pervaded for years. This captivating portrait is filled with action, high drama, and centuries of turbulence that have helped to shape modern Scotland. Oliver explores forgotten battles, iconic landmarks, and historic architecture, while charting the growth of patriotism and recent political developments. Come celebrate Scotland's place in the wider world.

Love of Country...

Discover the fascinating role Scotland played in shaping modern society with this captivating historical account. Through science, philosophy, literature, education, medicine, commerce, and politics, Scotland made significant contributions to the development of democracy, free market capitalism, and more. Explore the origin of modern ideas and gain a newfound appreciation for the Scots, with insights that will change the way you see the world.

A Scottish detective returns to his troubled past on the Isle of Lewis to investigate a grisly murder that bears similarities to a brutal killing on mainland Scotland. As he reconnects with his tortured childhood, the desolate but beautiful island and its ancient customs assert their grip on his psyche. This mystery novel was nominated for the Barry Award Best Mystery/Crime Novel of the Decade.

"Findings" by Kathleen Jamie is an award-winning collection of essays that takes readers on a journey through the Scottish landscapes and the author's personal experiences with nature. From following the call of a peregrine in the hills of Fife to exploring the Orkney islands during winter solstice, Jamie's storytelling is both modern and nuanced, bringing to life the connections between humans and their surroundings. Discover the beauty and wonder of Scotland in "Findings."