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1822 – Scott, Walter (Sir): Hints to the Inhabitants of Edinburgh

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  • ScottishCultural criticism, activist writing FestivalsDisquisition
  • Year
    1822
    Author
    Scott, Walter (Sir)
    Title (original)
    Hints to the Inhabitants of Edinburgh
    Notes

    George IV’s visit to Edinburgh in 1822 was stage-managed by Walter Scott. In order to prepare the occasion, Scott published a pamphlet Hints adressed to the inhabitants of Edinburgh, and others, in prospect of His Majesty’s visit. By an old citizen.

    Word Count: 42

    Source Reference

    Hints adressed to the inhabitants of Edinburgh, and others, in prospect of His Majesty’s visit. By an old citizen. (Edinburgh: William Blackwood, Waugh & Innes, and John Robertson, 1822).

    Word Count: 29