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A History of Scotland (Penguin History) [Kindle Edition]

J.D Mackie (Author), Bruce Lenman (Author)
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A history that is equally entertaining and enlightening, illustrating all of the changes of power and intricacies that are necessary to understand the interrelation between England and Scotland and the Highland and Lowland populations. It shows how Duncan (1034-40) emerged from 'the union of the four peoples' as the first king of a united Scotland and provides detailed, reign-by-reign accounts from then on. Above all Professor Mackie reveals how the Scots long pursued an independent line - in religion, law, culture and foreign policy - that helped them keep at bay the Romans, the French and the English.

About the Author

Bruce Lenman is Professor of History at the University of St Andrews, Scotland. John Duncan Mackie (1887-1978) taught at St Andrews, Glasgow and London universities before being appointed Historiographer Royal of Scotland in 1958.

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  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 4657 KB
  • Print Length: 420 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0140136495
  • Publisher: Penguin; New Ed edition (28 Feb 1991)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B002RI9DGU
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Not Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #254,714 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The definitative Short History of Scotland 12 Aug 1999
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Format:Paperback
JD Mackie's book remains one of the most readable and enjoyable histories of Scotland ever written. For those looking for an introduction to Scottish history as well as a jolly good read then look no further.

Mackie's book has been reprinted many times since he wrote it and this edition brings it up to date.

His two chapters covering the War of Independence stir the blood of any Scot and are more gripping than most thrillers.

All in all a fine work that I would recommend to anyone who wishes to be introduced to the bloody, treacherous, violent and dark history of a bleak land. Kids love it.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Not such easy reading 4 May 2006
By J. Bacon
Format:Paperback
I have found this to be a rather academic work. It hasn't excited me and some of the language is beyond my vocabulary (and the odd bit of Scots is unintelligible to me). I need a bit more drama to make my history palatable.
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142 of 148 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A captivating history of Scotland and its people. 8 Oct 1998
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
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This book is written as more of a story of Scotland than a history. It is well developed, interesting, captivating and exciting. Probably the finest history book I've ever read. Gives an incredible overview of Scotland, and explains why those Scots who have become expats love their country despite all of the problems they have had (Highland clearances). For anyone who has been to Scotland this is a great way to learn so much about the country, and their courageous and proud people. I recommend this very highly. An enthralling book to read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A very well-written history... 25 Sep 2000
By J. Michael Showalter - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
This is simply put one of the best places to start an inquiry into Scottish history.

Allowing the comments of one of the other reviewers, this book might not answer EVERY question that one might have regarding all of the specifics of Scots history. As in any book that sets out to tell the whole history of a people in under five hundred pages, there are omissions and a little of opaquenesses. Setting this aside, both the original author and the updaters of this book have done a remarkable job putting together a history that is equally entertaining and enlightening. This book DOES do an adequate job illustrating all of the changes of power and intricacies that are necessary to understand the interrelation between England and Scotland and the Highland and Lowland populations. It is fair which is important. And it is just a fun read.....

Beyond this, obviously, this book raises additional questions regarding the history of Scotland that must be answered by additional reading. But, then again, this is a book that as an intitiation, makes one want to read more.

I highly recommend this book....

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2.0 out of 5 stars a bit stilted 22 Sep 2009
By Ray Granger - Published on Amazon.com
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history reads as if it were written for Scotchmen exclusively. Not enough bio data on figures that are introduced so there is no grounding .....also, I never fail to marvel at how many histories invariably allude to their first settlers encountering the "indigenous" people. Who are these people and how did they get there? How much of what they were transferred culturally? Geography tells us much about behaviour but is rarely considered when compiling pre-histories.
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