Whyte, Ian
The Changing Scottish Landscape: 1500-1800 (Routledge Library Editions: Scotland)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781032002231
- author:
- Whyte, Ian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 1.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, General, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Changing Scottish Landscape 1500-1800 by Ian Whyte and Kathleen Whyte explores Scotland's transformation from a medieval, impoverished country to a modern society between 1500 and 1800. This period saw significant changes in the landscape, driven by the impact of the Improvers, the Agricultural Revolution, and other factors. The book examines how these developments altered patterns of settlement and agriculture, considering the role of the church, improved communications, and emerging industries. It provides a detailed analysis of Scotland's transition from an undeveloped economy to one of Europe's most highly urbanised countries. By studying this period in Scottish history, readers can gain insight into the complex factors that shaped the country's landscape and society during this critical time.
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