Scope and Contents Notes, 1984, of Ian Rankin relating to the development of the plot and characters for ‘The Flood’, including editorial notes. Folios 1-28.Includes synopsis, drafts of passages, character and plot development, and research on mining history. Most of the notes are undated. As far as possible, evidence of development and changes in theme and plot have been used to inform the arrangement. Contract, 1985, with Polygon Books (publishers) for Ian Rankin's novel 'The Flood',...

Scope and Contents Typescript of Ian Rankin's novel 'Knots and Crosses', 1985, partial early draft; with annotations by the author. Folios 1-26. Notes of Ian Rankin, 1985-1987, relating to the development of the plot and characters ‘Knots and Crosses’. Folios 27-51.Most of the notes are undated. The notes include early developmental notes and research, including research into the SAS and police ranks. Also included are notes for subsequent drafts. As far as possible, evidence of changes...

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Manuscripts, typescripts, and working papers of the Rebus novels by Ian Rankin.

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....