A Century of the Scottish People, 1830-1950

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pp. xiv, 318, “A new cover reprint of the second volume of T. C. Smout’s magnificent — and indispensable — account of the Scottish people, from 1830–1950. ‘Professor Smout’s “History of the Scottish People 1560–1830″ was hailed as a classic piece of social history. If you had time to read only one book on Scotland, this was it!Unfortunately, you now have to read two!”A Century of the Scottish People” is as satisfying and enlightening as its predecessor.’ John Kenyon, Observer ‘An admirable example of how academic history may yet be written for the general reader. It is deeply enjoyable, lively, packed with interesting detail, illuminating anecdote and pithy observation.'”

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ISBN 0300037740
ISBN13 9780300037746
Number of pages 318
Original Title A Century of the Scottish People, 1830-1950
Published Date 1986
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition Very Good
Binding Hardcover
Size 8vo
Place of Publication New Haven
Edition First Edition
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pp. xiv, 318, “A new cover reprint of the second volume of T. C. Smout’s magnificent — and indispensable — account of the Scottish people, from 1830–1950. ‘Professor Smout’s “History of the Scottish People 1560–1830″ was hailed as a classic piece of social history. If you had time to read only one book on Scotland, this was it!Unfortunately, you now have to read two!”A Century of the Scottish People” is as satisfying and enlightening as its predecessor.’ John Kenyon, Observer ‘An admirable example of how academic history may yet be written for the general reader. It is deeply enjoyable, lively, packed with interesting detail, illuminating anecdote and pithy observation.'”

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Weight 1.1 kg