This August will mark 75 years since Edinburgh began its remarkable festival journey, and The Scotsman has been there right from the start. Here, Susan Mansfield looks at how the festivals have evolved over the last three-quarters of a century, debunking some common myths and misconceptions along the way
Brian Cox, Alan Cumming, PJ Harvey, Shirley Manson, Charlotte Church and Jarvis Cocker will be among the stars of stage, screen and music appearing at the Edinburgh International Book Festival when it returns with a drive to attract new audiences this summer.
Inverness-born Hollywood star Karen Gillan is to follow in the footsteps of Sir Billy Connolly, Sir Sean Connery, Brian Cox and Alan Cumming by leading the Tartan Day parade through the heart of New York City when it returns for the first time in three years in April.
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