Vitruvius Scoticus

Vitruvius Scoticus was conceived by William Adam in the early 18th century as a Scottish companion to Campbell’s Vitruvius Britannicus.

The book contains detailed drawings of Scottish country estates and public works including Hopetoun House and the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary.In this talk Frederick Alexander-Reid (Library and Search Room manager) will recount the publication history of Vitruvius Scoticus, which includes sibling rivalries, near-misses, and a struggle over familial legacy.After the talk there will be an opportunity to view a first edition copy of Vitruvius Scoticus, as well as original HES archive material.