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A free exhibition uncovering writers from the past and present who are known by an alias.
Discover the stories behind the stories. See items from the Library's extensive literary collections.
Visit at George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, from Mondays to Saturdays.
Our starting guide to family history research
Digitised from the collections — books, maps, films and more
Chat Monday to Saturday if you have any questions
Library events and exhibitions in Edinburgh and Glasgow
A showcase of Scotland's collective memory
Online access to thousands of books, journals, newspapers and databases
Ideas and resources for exploring the collections
Updates from our curators and subject experts
Services and collections to help you start or run your business
With over 34 million items, we have something for everyone
