Papers of "Gairm" and of Gairm Publications Ltd.
Scope and Contents
The editorial archive from 1952 to 1985 of the Gaelic literary and topical magazine 'Gairm' and of its associated Gaelic book publications, together forming Gairm Publications Ltd. The collection was assembled and maintained by Ruaraidh MacThomais, Professor Derick S Thomson, co-founder of the magazine (with the late Finlay J MacDonald) and editor since its foundation. Included also are some publishing papers of Professor Thomson's imprint, Clo Chaillean, Aberfeldy, and of a publication produced under the auspices of the Department of Celtic, Aberdeen University.
Dates
- Creation: 1952-1985.
Language of Materials
Mostly in English with some Gaelic. Other languages may also be present.
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Conditions Governing Use
Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.
Extent
0.00 Linear metres
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Bought, 1987, D S Thomson, Glasgow.
Subject
- Gairm, Gaelic literary and topical magazine (Organization)
- Gairm Publications (Organization)
Genre / Form
Topical
- Title
- National Library of Scotland Catalogue of Manuscripts
- Author
- National Library of Scotland
- Description rules
- Finding Aid Prepared Using Local Descriptive Rules
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
manuscripts@nls.uk