Bücher von John Charles Dunlop

The Book of Old Edinburgh: And Handbook to the Old Edinburgh Streets is a historical guidebook written by John Charles Dunlop and first published in 1886. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the architecture, culture, and history of Edinburgh, Scotland during the 19th century. It includes detailed descriptions of the city's landmarks, such as Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, and the Old Town, as well as its lesser-known streets and buildings. The book is divided into chapters that cover different areas of the city, each with its own map and illustrations. Dunlop's writing is informative and engaging, providing readers with a vivid picture of what life was like in Edinburgh in the past. The Book of Old Edinburgh is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Edinburgh, Scottish architecture, or urban development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Published in 1886 for the Edinburgh International Exhibition, this guidebook gives a compelling insight into the city's 'lost' buildings. Anecdotes detailing the origins of long-demolished but historically significant structures are brought to life with illustrations by William Fergusson Brassey Hole (1846-1917).