Oxford Illustrated History: Scotland

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Scottish history has often been shaped by romantic tales of figures like Robert the Bruce and Mary Queen of Scots. However, recent historical research has sparked a desire for a more nuanced understanding of Scotland's past. This attractively designed book, featuring numerous illustrations and eight color plates, compiles insights from leading historians covering Scotland from Roman times to the present. The contributors explore medieval Scotland, the crises surrounding Mary Queen of Scots, and the impact of the Reformation, as well as the reign of James VI and the Union of the Crowns in 1603. They delve into the seventeenth century, highlighting the Calvinist Kirk's strictures against cultural expressions, and the Enlightenment period, when Scotland emerged as a literary powerhouse with figures like David Hume and Adam Smith. The narrative continues into the nineteenth century, showcasing Scotland's robust economy and dominance in heavy engineering. The tumultuous twentieth century is examined, detailing the effects of two world wars and a depression, culminating in the establishment of Scotland's first parliament in three hundred years. This work presents a confident people who carved out a significant place in the world, illustrating a story of a successful and assured kingdom.