The House of Haig | James Laver | 1958

The House of Haig by James Laver is a fascinating historical whisky book devoted to one of the most important families in the history of Scotch whisky. Published in 1958 by John Haig & Co. Ltd., this copy is the first edition.

Laver traces the history of the Haig family, following its development through generations and its increasing involvement in the Scottish distilling industry. The opening section deals with the family genealogy before the story turns to the growth of the Haigs' whisky interests.

The Haigs were among the families that played an important role in the early development of Scotland's distilling industry. The book shows how family history, entrepreneurship and the growth of Scotch whisky became closely intertwined.

It also follows the development of John Haig & Co. and its operations at Markinch. Published while Haig was still one of the major names in Scotch whisky, the book provides a particularly interesting contemporary view of the company and the industry during the 1950s.

This is what gives The House of Haig much of its appeal today. It is not simply a later history of an old whisky brand, but an original company publication from 1958, offering a period perspective on one of Scotch whisky's historic names.

The volume includes black-and-white illustrations and was designed and printed in Great Britain by W. S. Cowell Ltd., Ipswich.

For readers interested in whisky history, historic Scotch brands, the Haig family and vintage distillery literature, this is an appealing collectable title and a natural addition to our Rare & Vintage Whisky Books collection.

Why buy this book?

• first edition from 1958;
• history of the famous Haig whisky family;
• published by John Haig & Co. Ltd. itself;
• combines family and whisky industry history;
• contemporary view of Scotch whisky in the 1950s;
• illustrated historical company publication;
• more than 65 years old;
• appealing to whisky enthusiasts and collectors.

Details
Author: James Laver
Publisher: John Haig & Co. Ltd.
Place of publication: Markinch, Scotland
Year: 1958
Edition: First edition
Format: Hardcover, red cloth binding
Pages: 75
Illustrations: black and white
Printer: W. S. Cowell Ltd., Ipswich
Language: English
ISBN: none – published before the introduction of ISBN

Condition: Good condition. Light age- and use-related wear consistent with the age of the book. The contents are clean and complete.