Violet Jacob (1863–1946) was an influential Scottish novelist and poet who made significant contributions to Scottish literature, particularly through her mastery of the Scots vernacular. Active in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, she is highly regarded for her ability to capture the regional voice and spirit of her homeland.
Jacob is best known for her historical novel, Flemington, which showcases her narrative skill and deep engagement with Scottish history. In addition to her prose, she achieved great distinction as a poet. Writing predominantly in the Scots language, her poetic works earned her high praise from her contemporaries. Notably, the fellow Scottish poet Hugh MacDiarmid described her as "the most considerable of contemporary vernacular poets," cementing her reputation as a key figure in the landscape of Scottish vernacular literature.
