A Sketchbook of Edinburgh
(Paperback, New in Paperback)
Available Formats
Hardback, New Edition
Published: 11th July 2019
Paperback, New in Paperback
Published: 29th November 2024
Publishing Details
A Sketchbook of Edinburgh
By (Author) Iain Fraser
By (author) Anne Fraser
Illustrated by Irina Cucu
Illustrated by Cat Outram
Illustrated by Keli Clark
Illustrated by Catherine Stevenson
Birlinn General
Birlinn Ltd
29th November 2024
22nd August 2024
New in Paperback
United Kingdom
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Paintings and painting
European history
743.844134
Physical Properties
Paperback
96
Width 290mm, Height 250mm, Spine 17mm
427g
Description
In this evocative book Iain and Anne Fraser take the reader, both visitor and resident, on a personal journey through the centre of one of the worlds most unforgettable cities. Working with four talented local artists (Irina, Cat, Keli and Catherine) they reflect the character and cultural history of Edinburgh through 80 pages and 150 beautiful and original illustrations.
Their narrative describes the split personality of Scotlands capital city, from the subdued sophistication of a dreich February day to the flouncy and frivolous fun of the summer festival season. The dramatic character of Edinburgh and its history are world renowned. The authors highlight their favourite parts of the city centre and include a series of quirky stories discovered during their research gleaned from some of the many books written about the city.
Reviews
'Sketches have been made whatever the weather, giving a lovely mix of bright and sunny summer imagery, atmospheric days with an air of menace in the rainy clouds and even the downright drench days when any Edinburger with an ounce of sense will stay firmly indoors ... the artists have truly done a credit to the city ... From the inside cover images featuring a variety of front doors from around the city, you cant help being hooked by this beautifully produced book. Its the perfect gift for anyone missing the architecture and landscape of Scotlands capital city'
* Scottish Field *Author Bio
After twenty years working in the shipping industry in Asia and America, Iain Fraser returned home in 1994 to establish The Elephant House, a caf-restaurant in the Old Town famed for its connection with a certain fictional boy wizard. He died in 2019.
Anne Fraser is Awards Manager at The Royal Society of Edinburgh, Scotlands National Academy of Science and the Arts. Her role includes supporting young entrepreneurs aspiring to turn clever hi-tech ideas into successful businesses.
