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

Scope and Contents Notes, 1991, of Ian Rankin relating to the development of the plot and characters for ‘Strip Jack’. Folios 1-64.The notes include research and working notes, including research on forensic science, pathology, and Edinburgh. Some of the notes include references to specific drafts, including first, second, and third drafts. Otherwise, the distinction between the notes and drafts is often unclear. Some notes have been revisited and subsequently annotated by Rankin as his development...

Scope and Contents Research, working and editorial notes, circa 1992-1993, of Ian Rankin relating to the development of the plot and characters for ‘The Black Book’. Folios 1-82.Some of the notes include references to specific drafts, including first and second drafts. Otherwise, as most of the notes are undated, the relation between the notes and the drafts is often unclear. Some notes have been revisited and subsequently annotated by Rankin as his development of the novel progressed. As far as...

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 Notes, 1988-1993, of Ian Rankin relating to the development of the plot and characters for ‘Witch Hunt’. Folios 1-41.The notes include background research by Rankin on crime, blindness, and specific locations. Most of the notes are undated. Some of the notes include references to specific drafts, including first and second drafts. Otherwise, the distinction between the notes and drafts is often unclear. Some notes have been revisited and subsequently annotated by Rankin as his...

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....

Scope and Contents 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....

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‘Number One’ booklet, circa 1999, on new Rankin advertising campaign. Folios 1-10.

Printed presentation booklet, 2002, for 'Ian Rankin: Presentation to Ian Rankin and Peter Robinson' - marketing and publicity for Ian Rankin's novels. Folios 11-18.

List, circa 2013, of Ian Rankin of songs mentioned in his novels. Folios 19-21.

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...

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

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....

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Manuscripts, typescripts, and working papers of the police procedural novels of Ian Rankin.

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

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

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

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

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

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

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

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

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

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

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

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

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

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

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

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

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

Scope and Contents Cover proofs and dust jacket proofs for novel ‘The Falls’, UK and US editions. OrionFolios 1-7.Cover proof of BBC Radio 4 dramatization of Ian Rankin's novel 'The Falls'.Folios 8-9.Advertisements for ‘The Falls’ on the cover of The Bookseller magazine (2 copies and a print-out of the cover) and inside St Martin's Paperback catalogue.Folios 10-77.Franking machine labels.Folios 78-80.Listing for BBC...

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

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