Scotland A Concise History
Scotland A Concise History by Fitzroy Maclean, published by Thames & Hudson in 2019, is an expanded edition that brings the narrative of Scotland’s history up to date. This 176-page work includes additional chapters by journalist Magnus Linklater, who explores contemporary issues such as the performance of the new Scottish parliament, devolution, and significant events like the release of the Lockerbie bomber and the impact of the 2008 global financial crash.
Readers will find a detailed account that covers Scotland’s complex history, art, politics, intellectual life, and national identity. The book addresses pivotal moments, including the independence referendum and the future of the United Kingdom in light of the Scottish National Party’s influence and Britain’s exit from the European Union. Written with both wit and scholarship, this edition provides a comprehensive overview suitable for those interested in the historical and contemporary landscape of Scotland.
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Bringing the story of Scotland up to date, this revised fifth edition of Fitzroy Maclean’s classic work includes additional chapters by distinguished journalist Magnus Linklater. Linklater examines how the new Scottish parliament has fared and discusses significant events, such as devolution and the transfer of taxation rights from Westminster, the release of the Lockerbie bomber, and the fallout from the 2008 global financial crash. This edition also touches on the independence referendum, the future of the United Kingdom now that the Scottish National Party is in power, and Britain’s impending exit from the European Union.
Written with wit and scholarship, Scotland presents a highly readable account that disentangles the complex history of Scotland from its beginnings to the present. This book offers a rich record of Scotland’s art, politics, intellectual life, and national identity.
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