Scope and Contents The articles are from a variety of serial publications and from various countries. They are arranged in three sequences based on the primary subject of the article: ‘Competitions and Awards’, ‘Literature Festivals, Conferences, and Publicity Events’, and ‘Language and Literature’. Under each sequence the entries are arranged by sub-series, and then alphabetically by title of periodical. Articles about competitions and awards won by Ian Rankin, including Rankin’s OBE. Folios...

Scope and Contents The articles are from a variety of serial publications and from various countries. They are arranged in two sequences based on the primary subject of the article: ‘Articles about genres of writing and writers’, and ‘Articles about or mentioning Ian Rankin’s career and/or writing (general)’. Under each sequence the entries are arranged by sub-series, and then chronologically by date of publication. Articles about genres of writing and writers, featuring or mentioning Ian Rankin....

Scope and Contents The articles are from a variety of serial publications. They are arranged in three sequences based on the primary subject of the article: ‘Novels’, ‘Television Productions’, and ‘Radio Productions’. Under each sequence the entries are arranged by sub-series, then alphabetically by the title of the work (if applicable), then chronologically by date of publication. Articles about a novel or novels of Ian Rankin.Rebus Novels. Folios 1-100.Articles about or...

Scope and Contents The articles are from a variety of serial publications and from various countries. They are arranged in four sequences based on the primary subject of the article: ‘People’, ‘Charity’, ‘Edinburgh’, ‘Scene of the Crime art exhibit’, ‘Film Premieres’, and ‘Other’. Under each sequence the entries are arranged alphabetically by sub-series, and then alphabetically by title of periodical. Articles and interviews about or with a person or persons in which Ian...

Scope and Contents The articles are in either typescript and published format and are noted as such. The published articles are from a variety of serial publications. The entries are arranged alphabetically by the title of the periodical. Photocopy of an article, 28 December 2007, 'My Six Best Albums', by Ian Rankin, from the ‘Daily Express’. Folio 1.Press cutting of an article, October 2004, ‘Pumping up the volumes’, by Ian Rankin on books about rock music, from ‘Esquire’. Folio 2....

Scope and Contents The interviews are from a variety of serial publications. Under each sequence the entries are arranged alphabetically by subtopic, if applicable, and then chronologically by date of publication.Architecture. ‘Architect's Journal’, 12 April 2001, about Rankin’s thoughts on the architecture of buildings. Includes note to Rankin from Deborah Singmaster. Folios 1-36.Art. ‘Country Life’, 7 August 2013, about Rankin’s favourite painting, ‘Still’ by Alison Watt. Folios...

Scope and Contents The topics covered in this series of interviews focus primarily on the development of Ian Rankin’s writing career, writing influences, publications/works, and personal experiences. Many interviews also cover additional topics. The interviews are from a variety of serial publications from various countries. The items are press cuttings, full periodicals, and photocopies. The interviews are arranged chronologically by date of publication, and thereafter alphabetically by title of...

Scope and Contents The topics covered in this series of interviews focus primarily on the development of Ian Rankin’s writing career, writing influences, publications/works, and personal experiences. Many interviews also cover additional topics. The interviews are from a variety of serial publications from various countries. The items are press cuttings, full periodicals, and photocopies. The interviews are arranged chronologically by date of publication, and thereafter alphabetically by title of...

Scope and Contents The topics covered in this series of interviews focus primarily on the development of Ian Rankin’s writing career, writing influences, publications/works, and personal experiences. Many interviews also cover additional topics. The interviews are from a variety of serial publications from various countries. The items are press cuttings, full periodicals, and photocopies. The interviews are arranged chronologically by date of publication, and thereafter alphabetically by title of...

Scope and Contents The topics covered in this series of interviews focus primarily on the development of Ian Rankin’s writing career, writing influences, publications/works, and personal experiences. Many interviews also cover additional topics. The interviews are from a variety of serial publications from various countries. The items are press cuttings, full periodicals, and photocopies. The interviews are arranged chronologically by date of publication, and thereafter alphabetically by title of...

Scope and Contents The topics covered in this series of interviews focus primarily on the development of Ian Rankin’s writing career, writing influences, publications/works, and personal experiences. Many interviews also cover additional topics. The interviews are from a variety of serial publications from various countries. The items are press cuttings, full periodicals, and photocopies. The interviews are arranged chronologically by date of publication, and thereafter alphabetically by title of...

Scope and Contents The topics covered in this series of interviews focus primarily on the development of Ian Rankin’s writing career, writing influences, publications/works, and personal experiences. Many interviews also cover additional topics. The interviews are from a variety of serial publications from various countries. The items are press cuttings, full periodicals, and photocopies. The interviews are arranged chronologically by date of publication, and thereafter alphabetically by title of...

Scope and Contents The topics covered in this series of interviews focus primarily on the development of Ian Rankin’s writing career, writing influences, publications/works, and personal experiences. Many interviews also cover additional topics. The interviews are from a variety of serial publications from various countries. The items are press cuttings, full periodicals, and photocopies. The interviews are arranged chronologically by date of publication, and thereafter alphabetically by title of...

Scope and Contents The interviews are from a variety of serial publications. Under each sequence the entries are arranged alphabetically by subtopic, if applicable, and then chronologically by date of publication. Favourite Books. Folios 1-94. Interviews with Ian Rankin about his favourite books. Folios 1-30. ‘Sunday Times’ 26 September 1999, about Rankin’s favourite books and characters in literature. ‘Good Book Guide’,...

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The interviews are from a variety of serial publications. They are arranged in nine sequences based on the primary subject of the interview: ‘Edinburgh/Scotland’, ‘Childhood and Ageing, ‘General Personal Life’, ‘Homes’, ‘Language and Literature’, ‘Music’, ‘Travel’, ‘Other Topics’, and ‘Various Topics’. Under each sequence the entries are arranged alphabetically by subtopic, if applicable, and then chronologically by date of publication.

Scope and Contents Police. ‘Firm’, January 2007, about police informants and Rankin’s views of the police. Folios 1-16.Pubs. ‘Sunday Herald’, 6 January 2008, about pubs. Folios 17-19.Technology. ‘Independent’, 28 February 2000, about Rankin’s relationship with technology in a personal capacity, as well as in his writing. Folios 20-21.Whisky. ‘Whisky Magazine’, April 2001, about whisky and his new novel ‘The Falls’. Folios 22-63. Interviews with Ian Rankin about...

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The interviews are from a variety of serial publications. They are arranged in nine sequences based on the primary subject of the interview: ‘Edinburgh/Scotland’, ‘Childhood and Ageing, ‘General Personal Life’, ‘Homes’, ‘Language and Literature’, ‘Music’, ‘Travel’, ‘Other Topics’, and ‘Various Topics’. Under each sequence the entries are arranged alphabetically by subtopic, if applicable, and then chronologically by date of publication.

Scope and Contents The interviews are from a variety of serial publications. Under each sequence the entries are arranged alphabetically by subtopic, if applicable, and then chronologically by date of publication.General Personal Life. Folios 1-49. ‘List’, 27 March 1992, about Rankin’s jobs prior to his writing career. ‘Edinburgh Evening News’, 30 December 1998, interview with Ian Rankin and others on New Year's resolutions. ‘Vox n Roll’, February 2000, about various topics relating to Rankin’s...

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Periodical, ‘Hi-Fi Review’, January 1990, issue edited by Ian Rankin. Folios 1-66.

Periodical, ‘The List’, 1 November 2007, published under the guest editorship of Ian Rankin. Folios 67-120.

Photocopies of articles and features, 1 November 2007, from ‘The List’, published under the guest editorship of Ian Rankin. Folios 121-131.

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This series contains press, awards, and other papers relating to the reputation of Ian Rankin, regarding his career as a writer and his personal life.

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This series contains papers relating to the journalistic activities of Ian Rankin. Included, in manuscript, typescript or published format, are articles, reviews, interviews, and obituaries written by Rankin. Some working notes of Rankin are included, and also some papers concerning the administrative aspects of his journalistic engagement.

Scope and Contents Press cuttings, 1984-2000. Folios 1-94.The newspaper and magazines cuttings are arranged by topic. Within each topic, the articles are arranged chronologically, with those undated at the end of each topic.Other crime. Folios 1-64. Police. Folios 65-75. Other. Folios 76-94.Printouts, undated, from various books on the history of Edinburgh. Folios 95-116.Leaflet, undated, ‘Crime and Punishment : An exhibition of documents from the national...

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The newspaper and magazines cuttings and print outs are arranged by topic. Within each topic, the articles are arranged chronologically, with those undated at the end of each topic.

Gangs and gang-related crime. Folios 1-19. Drugs and drug-related crime. Folios 20-43. War crimes. Folios 44-53. World's End murders, and murderer Angus Sinclair. Folios 54-65. The Lockerbie disaster. Folios 66-70. The disappearance of Arlene Fraser. Folios 71- 81.

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series: This series contains manuscripts and typescripts of, and associated working papers for, novels, novellas and graphic novels by Ian Rankin. The working papers include, variously, synopses, research material, development notes, and evidence of editorial interventions. With these also are papers relating to the process of publication: some administrative, particularly contracts, and promotional materials; others, including advertisements and cover proofs, concerning actual publication....