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Dictionary of Scottish Building

Compiled by Glen L Pride and first published in 1996 in collaboration with the Scottish National Dictionary Association, one of the predecessor companies of Dictionaries of the Scots Language.

Lists many terms used in the building trade in Scotland, past and present.

Includes many illustrative drawings.

Reviews

• “A fascinating book listing the extensive vocabulary of the Scottish builder throughout the ages.”
  Scots Magazine
• “Opens up a whole new area of study for the architectural historian.”
  Building Design
• “One can spend many pleasant hours browsing in the book and learning as one goes along.”
  Aberdeen Press and Journal

Ordering details

ISBN 1 873190 545 X