Alan Ramsay by Smeaton and William Henry Oliphant is a fascinating biography of the eminent Scottish artist, writer and collector Alan Ramsay. The book examines in detail the life and work of the artist, his contribution to the development of art and culture of the 18th century. The authors reveal to the reader not only Ramsay's professional path, but also his personal life, relationships with other famous people of that time, as well as the influence of different cultures and travels on his work. The book contains numerous illustrations and analyzes of the artist's work, making it not only an interesting read for art lovers, but also an important source of information for the study of the history of Scottish culture.