The Little Book of Edinburgh is a funny, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of the sort of frivolous, fantastic or simply strange information which no-one will want to be without. Here we find out about the most unusual crimes & punishments, eccentric inhabitants, famous sons & daughters & literally hundreds of wacky facts. Geoff Holder's new book contains historic & contemporary trivia on Edinburgh. There are lots of factual chapters but also plenty of frivolous details which will amuse & surprise. A reference book & a quirky guide, this can be dipped in to time & time again to reveal something you never knew. Discover the real story of Greyfriars Bobby (he was a publicity stunt), meet the nineteenth-century counterparts of our favourite modern detectives, from Jackson Brodie to John Rebus, seek out historical sites from the distant past to the Second World War, & tangle with the Tattoo & freak out with the Festival. A remarkably engaging little book, this is essential reading for visitors & locals alike.