Social History

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See also: History & Archaeology

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  The Truth About St Kilda - Donald Gillies - Paperback
  This title records the isolated way of life on St Kilda in the early part of the 20th century. It is based on notebooks written by Donald Gillies, containing reminiscences of his childhood on the island of Hirta. It provides an account of the living conditions, social structure and economy of the community in the early 1900s.
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  A History Of Everyday Life In Scotland, 1800 To 1900 - Paperback
  The 19th century was a period of profound change in Scottish history. This book demonstrates how everyday routines and behaviours can open a window into the social, economic and cultural lives in ordinary Scots. The text is enhanced by illustrations and it presents a different way of looking at Scotland's past.
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  £80.00
  A History Of Everyday Life In Scotland, 1800 To 1900 - Hardback
  The 19th century was a period of profound change in Scottish history. This book demonstrates how everyday routines and behaviours can open a window into the social, economic and cultural lives in ordinary Scots. The text is enhanced by illustrations and it presents a different way of looking at Scotland's past.
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  The Making Of The Crofting Community - James Hunter - Paperback
  Long one of the classics of the John Donald list, this revised and updated new edition includes a substantial new preface and an extensive reworking of the existing text. The book brings the injustices inflicted on the Highlands to the fore.
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  On The Crofters' Trail - David Craig - Paperback
  For several generations the Highlanders were forced from their homes by landowners in the Clearances. Many fled to Nova Scotia and beyond. David Craig set out to discover how many of their stories survive in the memories of their descendants.
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  Tales Of Whisky - Stuart McHardy - Paperback
  Whether dodging the men of excise, fighting with government troops or simply indulging in a spot of the national sport of drinking whisky, Scots have long had a love affair with their favourite amber nectar. In this book Stuart McHardy draws upon tales associated with the tipple to make you laugh, cry and wonder.
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  The Cottagers Of Glenburnie: And Other Educational Writings - Elizabeth Hamilton - Hardback
  'The Cottagers of Glenburnie' presents vivid depictions - and biting satires - of Scottish peasant life. It also skillfully discusses and dissects class issues, British imperialism, and war.
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  The Cottagers Of Glenburnie: And Other Educational Writings - Elizabeth Hamilton - Paperback
  'The Cottagers of Glenburnie' presents vivid depictions - and biting satires - of Scottish peasant life. It also skillfully discusses and dissects class issues, British imperialism, and war.
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  £80.00
  A History Of Everyday Life In Scotland, 1600 To 1800 - Hardback
  This volume explores the ordinary daily routines, behaviour, experiences and beliefs of the Scottish people during a period of immense political, social and economic change.
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  A History Of Everyday Life In Twentieth Century Scotland - Hardback
  Leading cultural historians examine how the daily activities of the Scottish people reflected a constant re-construction of culture, religion, ideology and identity between 1900 and 2000.