This fascinating title traces the evolution of Dundee from wealthy renaissance port and second city of Scotland to international textiles manufacturer and trader. Examines Dundee thoroughly in a rich mixture of urban, economic, political, social, medical, cultural, imperial, maritime and architectural histories. The book contains over 100 illustrations, specially selected for this volume, many of which have never been seen before. These are integral to the story and are used to explain or illuminate history. This book helps to recover Dundee s rightful place in European history, and offers Scots a different perspective on their national history. Charles McKean is Professor of Scottish Architectural History at the University of Dundee. Christopher A. Whatley is a Professor of Scottish History at the University of Dundee and a Vice Principal of the University. Bob Harris is Lightbody Fellow and Tutor in History, Worcester College, Oxford.