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A tour of Scotland by the book

In a new travel guide, Allan Foster takes us on a journey around the country�s literary landmarks. Here he shares 20 of his favourites

ALLAN FOSTER

1. Abbotsford: Home of Sir Walter Scott, Melrose, Borders AS the sheriff-depute of Selkirk sheriff court, Scott bought a small farm of around 100 acres. On it he built what can only be described as a fake castle.