Notes of Ian Rankin, 2000-2001, relating to the development of the plot and characters for ‘Resurrection Men’. Folios 1-59.

The notes include working and research notes of Rankin, including research on Tulliallan Scottish Police College (photograph of the College, Folio 59), relevant events, Peter Williamson, and herbal medicine. Most of the notes are undated. 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 development and changes in theme and plot have been used to inform the arrangement.

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Editorial notes, 2001, of Ian Rankin relating to revised drafts of ‘Resurrection Men’. Folios 60-86.

The notes relate to plot and character revisions, and additional plot development, for the second and final drafts. 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 75-86).

Press cuttings, 2001, collected by Rankin as research for ‘Resurrection Men’. Folios 87-88.

The newspaper cuttings and print outs contain articles relating to plot and character development for Rankin’s novel ‘Resurrection Men’.

The cuttings are arranged chronologically.

Leaflets, 2001, collected by Ian Rankinon Napiers Herbalists for information for ‘Resurrection Men’. Folios 89-103.