The Social And Industrial History Of Scotland: From The Union To The Present Time (1921)

By James Mackinnon

Book Overview

The book ""The Social and Industrial History of Scotland: From the Union to the Present Time"" is a comprehensive account of the history of Scotland from the time of the Union with England in 1707 to the early 20th century. Written by James MacKinnon and first published in 1921, this book provides a detailed analysis of the social, economic, and industrial developments that took place in Scotland during this period.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Scottish history. These include the political and economic changes that followed the Union with England, the rise of industry and commerce, the growth of towns and cities, the impact of the Industrial Revolution, and the social and cultural changes that accompanied these developments.MacKinnon draws on a wide range of primary sources, including official records, contemporary accounts, and personal memoirs, to provide a detailed and nuanced picture of Scottish society and its evolution over time. He also offers insights into the lives of ordinary people, including workers, women, and children, and examines the impact of social and political movements such as the Suffragettes and the Scottish National Party.Overall, ""The Social and Industrial History of Scotland: From the Union to the Present Time"" is an important contribution to the study of Scottish history and provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the social, economic, and cultural developments that have shaped this fascinating country.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120745969
• ISBN13: 9781120745965
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"