Webinar – Edinburgh: Our Storied Town

Celebrating its 900th year, Edinburgh is an unrivalled theatre of story. In this special end-of-year webinar, Donald Smith unravels the city’s storytelling evolution across the centuries, using beautiful illustrations by Cat Outram. How did Edinburgh get its name?What gives the city its unique character?Why do nation and planet come together…

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6.30pm - 8pm
17th December
Online - click on More information to book
£15 - book and pay via the 'More information' link
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Celebrating its 900th year, Edinburgh is an unrivalled theatre of story. In this special end-of-year webinar, Donald Smith unravels the city’s storytelling evolution across the centuries, using beautiful illustrations by Cat Outram.


How did Edinburgh get its name?
What gives the city its unique character?
Why do nation and planet come together here?
How did Edinburgh become the city of literature, and a Festival city?
Which books have made the most impact?


Through its nine official centuries Edinburgh has thrived on books, words and ideas. Everyone who loves Edinburgh will love Donald Smith’s exploration of this storied town, as will anyone interested in how place shapes people and people, place.

Credit: Both images are ©️ Cat Outram.

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History Scotland is the world’s premier Scottish history magazine and online lecture provider, bringing engaging, entertaining, and expert insight into the country’s remarkable past. Find out more at www.historyscotland.com

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