The Future of Scotland

This book, originally published in 1977, explores key features of Scottish development and discusses the main issues in the planning of Scotland's future from a global perspective.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 178 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Originally published in 1977, at a time when Scottish affairs were in a state of flux as the debate over political devolution and self-government was pursued, this book deals with key features of Scottish development. It explores the main issues that were then being considered in the planning of Scotland's future. The contributors discuss the issues from a global perspective, using Scotland as an occasion for detailed focus.

The book is divided into four main sections:

The first section provides an overview of Scottish history and culture, including an examination of the country's political, economic, and social development.

The second section examines the key issues that were being considered in the planning of Scotland's future, such as the role of the state, the economy, education, and social policy.

The third section explores the impact of globalization on Scottish society and economy, including the effects of international trade, investment, and migration.

The fourth section examines the challenges and opportunities that Scotland faces in the 21st century, including the impact of Brexit, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need for sustainable development.

Overall, this book provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of Scottish development, offering a valuable perspective on the country's past, present, and future.

Originally published in 1977, at a time when Scottish affairs were in a state of flux as the debate over political devolution and self-government was pursued, this book deals with key features of Scottish development. It explores the main issues that were then being considered in the planning of Scotland's future. The contributors discuss the issues from a global perspective, using Scotland as an occasion for detailed focus.

The book is divided into four main sections:

The first section provides an overview of Scottish history and culture, including an examination of the country's political, economic, and social development.

The second section examines the key issues that were being considered in the planning of Scotland's future, such as the role of the state, the economy, education, and social policy.

The third section explores the impact of globalization on Scottish society and economy, including the effects of international trade, investment, and migration.

The fourth section examines the challenges and opportunities that Scotland faces in the 21st century, including the impact of Brexit, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need for sustainable development.

Overall, this book provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of Scottish development, offering a valuable perspective on the country's past, present, and future.

Weight: 335g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032075792