Scottish Text Society
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The Scottish Text Society (STS) is a text publication society founded in 1882 to promote the study of Scottish literature.[2] The Society publishes scholarly editions of important texts from the country's literary history, and has played a significant role in the revival of interest in the literature and languages of Scotland.
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Founded | 1882 |
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Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Headquarters location | Edinburgh |
Distribution | Boydell & Brewer[1] |
Publication types | Books |
Nonfiction topics | Historic texts |
Official website | www |
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To date, the Society has published approximately 150 volumes, from the 14th to the 19th centuries, but with a focus on Middle Scots works of the 16th to 18th centuries. These editions include poetry, drama and prose works.
Professor Sally Mapstone Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of St Andrews is Honorary President of the Society.[3]