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 in theme and plot have been used to inform the arrangement.

Included is a synopsis of ‘Knots and Crosses’ written by Rankin at early stages of development (Folio 40).

Synopsis, 1985, of ‘Knots and Crosses’, written by Rankin as a publishing blurb. Folio 52.

Photocopy of contract, 1986, for ‘Knots and Crosses’ between Ian Rankin and The Bodley Head (Publishers) through Fiona Morrison Literary Agency, sent to Rankin from Peter Robinson (Curtis Brown Literary Agency). Folios 53-63.

Contract, 1986, between Ian Rankin and St. Martin’s Press for novel ' Knots and Crosses' to be printed in the US and Philippines. Folios 64-78.

Financial Documents and related correspondence, 1987-1988, to Ian Rankin relating to ‘Knots and Crosses’. Folios 79-92.

Royalty statements from The Bodley Head (Folios 64-67, 70) and Doubleday and Company (Folios 79-88).

Correspondence from The Bodley Head (Folios 71-73) and Fiona Morrison (literary agent) (Folios 89-97).

Manuscript of Rankin, ‘March 1987-September 1988 - total paid for my creative writing’ (Folio 92).

Cover Proofs, 1997-2006, of ‘Knots and Crosses’. Folios 93-96.

Includes cover proof in Dutch ('Kat [and] Muis'), 2006 (Folio 81).