Court, Kirk and Community: Scotland 1470-1625

In the final days of an independent Scotland, the society and religious life underwent a significant transformation from medieval and feudal to modern. The book explores the turbulent evolution of Scotland, including its alliances with France, treaties with England, and the Union of Crowns, while examining the spiritual origins and secular effects of the Reformation.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 31 January 2018
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

This comprehensive history delves into the societal and religious landscape of Reformation Scotland, spanning from 1470 to 1625. Now re-released in the esteemed New History of Scotland series, this edition pays homage to the remarkable career of Jenny Wormald, whose contributions have significantly enhanced our understanding of early modern Scotland. The book meticulously charts the tumultuous and often tragic transition of Scotland from its medieval and feudal roots to the modern state. Simultaneously, Scotland grappled with the profound changes in religious life, transitioning from Catholicism to Protestantism while also navigating a shifting monarchy, warfare, and governance. This introductory text provides a comprehensive overview of the key events of the period, including Scotland's alliances with France, treaties with the English, and the Union of the Crowns. At the core of the book lies a detailed exploration of the spiritual origins and secular consequences of the Reformation, as it reshaped the very fabric of Scotland's older medieval structure.

Weight: 370g
Dimension: 139 x 215 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780748619405
Edition number: 2 ed