Scots Language Books

There are many books written in Scots and about the Scots language on the site. Below is a selection of the books available; this list is being constantly updated.

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The Paix Machine - Paperback - Iain W. D. Forde
This novel was written to provide adult prose for those who knew the Scots language already, and for future students of the tongue. Its theme is the influence that external culture has on a language and upon the people who speak it, and the hard work that is needed to clear up the after effects.
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Maw Broon's But An' Ben Cookbook - Hardback
These are the very recipes, gathered over the years, that have become the favourites of the whole Broon family when they escape from town to visit the but an' ben for holidays and weekends.
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Scottish Place Names - Paperback - Maggie Scott
Maggie Scott takes the reader around the country from Dumfries to Shetland to explain the meanings of the places that make up today's Scotland.
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Scottish Weather - Paperback - Chris Robinson; Eileen Finlayson
In 'Scottish Weather', you will find out the meanings of smirr, dreich, moor and other Scots words for rain, snow, wind, sun, the forecast, the seasons and weather lore in this informative and entertaining pocket guide.
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Scottish Wildlife - Paperback - Chris Robinson
In 'Scottish Wildlife', Chris Robinson introduces you to big beasties, wee beasties, creepy crawlies and our feathered friends and will inform and entertain as she explains how they got their names, where to find them and how to recognise them.
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Wha's Like Us? - Paperback - Chris Robinson
In 'Wha's Like Us?', Chris Robinson gives us an informative and amusing look at how we see ourselves, at our attitude to work, love, money, envy, anger and entertainment and at some of the best Scots words and phrases we use to describe the Scottish psyche.
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Unco Case O' Dr Jekyll An' Mr Hyde: A Graphic Novel In Scots - Paperback - Alan Grant; Cam Kennedy
Following their acclaimed graphic novel version of 'Kidnapped', Alan Grant and Cam Kennedy turn their attention to another Stevenson story. John Utterson notices that his friend, Dr Henry Jekyll, has been acting very strangely. As he investigates, Utterson uncovers a terrifying and horrific story.
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A Midge In Your Hand Is Worth Two Up Your Kilt: Modern Scottish Proverbs - Hardback - Stuart McLean
The Scottish language is rich in proverbs, sayings, maxims and wise aphorisms. Sadly, in the transition from the abacus to the computer, most of these have become outdated. This book thrusts these expressions into the 21st century, covering everything from bagpipes to whisky with a few mentions of our neighbours, the Sassenachs, thrown in.
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A Tongue In Yer Heid - Paperback
A collection of short stories in Scots from some of Scotland's most promising writers, edited by James Robertson.
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Princelie Majestie: The Court Of James V Of Scotland, 1528-1542 - Paperback - Andrea Thomas
James V created for Scotland an exuberant and cosmopolitan court, which imitated the Renaissance courts of France and England. This text examines the factors that led to the creation of this court, such as the use of royal patronage.