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Fraser’s Guide to the William Turner Exhibition

by Fraser Paterson | Jan 17, 2020 | Art, Blog, William Turner, Writing

Fraser’s Guide to the William Turner Exhibition Joseph Mallord William Turner, the son of a barber and wig-maker born in London. He became renowned as one of the best artists of all time. The Scottish National Gallery hosts an exhibition of Turner paintings...

Swanston Village Edinburgh- A Hidden Gem

by Fraser Paterson | Aug 30, 2017 | Articles, Blog, Edinburgh History, Writing

Swanston Village lies on the foothills of the Pentlands on the Southern outskirts of Edinburgh. It is very historic and picturesque and has changed little over time. It is perhaps most famous for writer and former resident Robert Louis Stevenson.  To read the full...

Old Tolbooth Prison Edinburgh – Methods of Escape!

by Fraser Paterson | Mar 1, 2016 | Articles, Blog, Edinburgh History, History, Old Town, Scottish History, Tolbooth Jail, Writing

Old Tolbooth Prison Edinburgh – Methods of Escape! The Old Tolbooth Prison in Edinburgh occupied a site in West Parliament Square outside St Giles on the Royal Mile. Until it was demolished in the early 19th century. The Tolbooth prison served two purposes....

Rev Thomas Guthrie and the Ragged Schools – Exclusively for the Impoverished Part Two

by Fraser Paterson | Aug 26, 2014 | Articles, Blog, Edinburgh History, Scottish History, Thomas Guthrie, Writing

Thomas Guthrie and the Ragged Schools – Exclusively for the Impoverished Continuation of Part One – Upon strolling the crags and valleys of Arthur’s Seat with a friend in Edinburgh one day, they sat on a rock nearby where ragged boys would gather. By...

Astley Ainslie Hospital A Sad End to a Wonderful Beginning

by Fraser Paterson | May 1, 2012 | Articles, Astley Ainslie Hospital, Blog, Edinburgh History, History, Scottish History, Writing

Astley Ainslie Hospital – A Sad End to a Wonderful Beginning The aim of this article is to provide a broad overview of how and possibly why Astley Ainslie hospital came into being. Specifically, the manner in which David Ainslie’s vision became a reality. It...

Freelance Writer Available – Scottish History a Specialty

by Fraser Paterson | Feb 1, 2012 | Articles, Blog, Freelance writing services, Golf, Scottish History, Writing

Freelance Writer Available – Scottish History a Specialty I work on a freelance basis as a highly experienced writer. I specialise in golf and Scottish history. My writing gives fascinating insights into Scottish history. My articles have been published many...
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