The Transformation of Scotland

The Economy since 1700

Tom M. Devine, Clive H. Lee, George C. Peden

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Edinburgh University Press
11 May 2005

Economic history

This is the first comprehensive history of the Scottish economy over the last three centuries to appear in a generation. Written by leading scholars in the field, it presents 'state of the art' research in an accessible style to all those interested in understanding the historical context of modern Scotland. Fresh interpretations are revealed on such key and controversial issues as the impact of the Union of 1707, the Clearances, the rise and fall of Scottish heavy industry and the recent transformation of the modern economy. The distinctive features of the Scottish economic system are stressed but these are also analysed within a British and international context. The focus of the volume is both broad and detailed with full treatment of agriculture, finance, industry and the service sector as well as the impact of momentous economic changes on the lives of the people and the massive new role in the twentieth century of the state in economic affairs. At a time of intense debate on the present and future condition of Scotland under a devolved parliament and executive, this book provides the essential background and the long-run perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing the nation.

By: Tom M. Devine
Edited by: Clive H. Lee, George C. Peden
Imprint: Edinburgh University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 570g
ISBN: 9780748614325
ISBN 10: 074861432X
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 11 May 2005
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Professor Tom Devine is Glucksman Research Chair in Irish and Scottish Studies at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland and the related AHRB Centre in Irish-Scottish Studies. He is author of many books including the best-selling The Scottish Nation. Professor Clive H. Lee is Professor of Historical Economics, University of Aberdeen. George Peden is Professor of History, University of Stirling.

Reviews for The Transformation of Scotland: The Economy since 1700

A welcome addition to the historical literature on modern Scotland ! this is a useful book, which takes the study of economic history in Scotland into some new territory, and will be essential introductory reading on undergraduate courses in the subject. Readable, accessible and welcome!This is a good, brave and stimulating book, one for the policy-makers to digest. -- T. C. Smout A welcome addition to the historical literature on modern Scotland ! this is a useful book, which takes the study of economic history in Scotland into some new territory, and will be essential introductory reading on undergraduate courses in the subject. Readable, accessible and welcome!This is a good, brave and stimulating book, one for the policy-makers to digest.