| Author | : Thomas Martin Devine |
| Publisher | : Penguin UK |
| Total Pages | : 887 |
| Release | : 2012 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 0718193202 |
'The Scottish Nation, 1700-2007' examines the social, political, religious and economic factors that have shaped modern Scotland. Devine places Scotland firmly within an international context and provides a key focus for the ongoing debate regarding Scotland's future.
| Author | : Thomas Martin Devine |
| Publisher | : Penguin Paperbacks |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2001 |
| Genre | : National characteristics, Scottish |
| ISBN | : 9780141002347 |
T. M. Devine uses extensive original research to examine Scotland's urban vigor as well as describing the traditional aspects of Scottish history, covering key topics such as the Union, the Enlightenment, Industrialization, the Clearances, Religion, and the Road to Devolution. He also explores the global Diaspora of the Scots, the impact of migrants, and the effect of the World Wars. Throughout, Scotland's story is set against the background of British, European, and world history.
| Author | : William Ferguson |
| Publisher | : Edinburgh : Edinburgh University Press |
| Total Pages | : 360 |
| Release | : 1998 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : |
From the earliest times to the present day, this work traces the origin of Scottish national identity and people's perceptions of it. It covers the Scottish Origin Legend, expressed in the works of medieval chroniclers, to the ideas of contemporary historians. The author also examines such topics as: Gaelic kingship, George Buchanan, the Reformation, the Enlightenment, James Macpherson, Goths versus Gaels, and George Chalmers.
| Author | : Magnus Magnusson |
| Publisher | : Grove Press |
| Total Pages | : 798 |
| Release | : 2003 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 9780802139320 |
Chronicles the social, economic, and political history of Scotland, starting with its earliest peoples in 7000 B.C. and wrapping up with a discussion of eighteenth-century author Sir Walter Scott.
| Author | : Stephen Gethins |
| Publisher | : Luath Press Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 275 |
| Release | : 2021-03-17 |
| Genre | : Political Science |
| ISBN | : 1910022519 |
Scotland has a distinctive place in the world. Nation to Nation explores how this unique relationship with the rest of the world has developed over the years and how it manifests itself today. In this book Stephen Gethins combines his knowledge from years of work in the field - from the conflict zones of the former Soviet Union to the corridors of power in Westminster and Brussels - with insights from political, cultural and academic figures who have been at the heart of foreign policy in Scotland, the UK, Europe and North America. Gethins looks at Scotland's foreign policy to better inform the debate about our country's future and its relationships with its neighbours near and far.
| Author | : Gerry Hassan |
| Publisher | : Luath Press Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 421 |
| Release | : 2013-10-31 |
| Genre | : Political Science |
| ISBN | : 1909912603 |
At the height of the Scottish Independence debate, After Independence offers an in-depth and varied exploration of the possibilities for Scotland, from both pro and anti-independence standpoints. Drawing together over two dozen leading minds on the subject, After Independence offers a comprehensive and balanced analysis of Scotland's current and prospective political, economic, social and cultural situation. Brought together in an inclusive, accessible and informative way, After Independence asks and answers a range of questions crucial to the Independence debate and invites its readers to become involved at this crucial moment of Scottish history in the making.
| Author | : T. M. Devine |
| Publisher | : Penguin Group USA |
| Total Pages | : 743 |
| Release | : 2006 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9780141027692 |
The Scottish Nation examines the social, political, religious and economic factors that have shaped modern Scotland. Drawing on the latest research, Devine places Scotland firmly within an international context and provides a key focus for the ongoing debate regarding Scotland's future. This new edition brings the reader up-to-date with Scotland's recent history, from the high politics of the devolved parliament to the everyday effects of huge and growing levels of social inequality.
