Stanley Baxter's Bedside Book of Glasgow Humour


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No subject is too sacred or too trivial to feature in this examination of Glaswegian humour. Subjects covered include romance, death and matrimony.







Scottish Showbusiness


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The story of stars and stagehands, comedians and chorus girls, acrobats and agents, as popular live entertainment in Scotland is brought into the spotlight. This is the first comprehensive account of the Scottish music hall from the 19th century to the present day, taking in all its aspects - the shows, the performers and the business, with fascinating pictures throughout. These previously unpublished photographs, along with programmes, drawings and reminiscences, contribute to an enthralling and original survey of modern Scottish showbusiness.




Cumulative Book Index


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A world list of books in the English language.







British Book News


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British Book News


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From Scenes Like These


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Scotland is full of stories which fall into the realm neither of quotation nor of history but of anecdote. In this book, David Ross has compiled a selection of stories and tales from the boundaries of truth and myth which throw light on the character of the Scot.