Notes, 2005-2006, of Ian Rankin relating to the development of the plot and characters for ‘The Naming of the Dead’. Folios 1-66.

The notes include working notes and research notes, including research on the 'night police' and the G8. The distinction between the notes and drafts is often unclear. Some notes have been revisited and subsequently annotated by Rankin as his development of the novel progressed. As far as possible, evidence of changes in theme and plot have been used to inform the arrangement.

Editorial notes, 2005-2006, of Ian Rankin relating to revised drafts of ‘The Naming of the Dead’. Folios 67-102.

The notes relate to plot and character revisions and additional plot development for the second, third, and final drafts. The distinction between notes relating to specific drafts is not always clear. Most of the notes are undated and, as such, the arrangement has been suggested by a comparison of changes in plot and theme.

Also included are editorial notes of Caroline Oakley (Editor, Orion Publishing Group) (Folios 92-100).