Scotland A New History
Scotland A New History by Michael Lynch, published by Pimlico in 1992, offers a comprehensive exploration of Scotland’s rich and complex history. Spanning twenty centuries, this edition presents key events and figures, including Bannockburn, Robert the Bruce, the Reformation, and the Enlightenment, culminating in discussions surrounding devolution. With 506 pages, this work serves as a detailed account of a nation that has undergone significant transformations over the centuries.
Readers will find a thorough examination of pivotal moments in Scottish history, from the Highland Clearances to the union of the crowns and the influence of notable figures like Mary, Queen of Scots, and John Knox. This book delves into various historical themes, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the evolution of Scotland within the broader context of European history and travel. The language of this edition is English, providing accessibility to a wide audience.
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From Bannockburn and Robert the Bruce to the union of the crowns and Mary, Queen of Scots; from the Reformation and John Knox, to the Enlightenment and the Highland Clearances, and right up to devolution, Scotland is the definitive history of a country that has experienced centuries of dramatic change.
Michael Lynch, named as ‘one of the most influential historians in Scotland of the last thirty years’, has penned an extraordinary one-volume history of the country that spans twenty centuries, from the Picts to the present day.
Thrilling, comprehensive, provocative and timely, Scotland is a monumental work of scholarship.
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