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Capital of the Mind: How Edinburgh Changed the World
James Buchan
By the end of 18th century Edinburgh had become the marvel of modern Europe, home to the finest minds of the day and their breathtaking innovations in architecture, politics, science, the arts, and economies. This book tells the story of the triumph of this town and the men whose vision brought it into being.
448 pages, 16pp b/w illustrations
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | August 29, 2007 |
| ISBN13 | 9781841586397 |
| Publishers | Birlinn General |
| Pages | 448 |
| Dimensions | 132 × 196 × 29 mm · 444 g |
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