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Scotland is undergoing one of its periodic political upheavals. In the 1970s it was the breakthrough of nationalism, in the 1980s it was the resistance to Thatcherism and the battle to overcome the so-called democratic deficit which left Scotland governed by a political party rejected by the electorate. And then came the 1990s and the establishment of the devolved Scottish Parliament.
Most observers would agree that all these events will one day soon be seen as milestones on the road to Scottish independence. Naturally, these are busy times for political writers of all shades of opinion. We offer a few new titles for anyone wish to learn about Scottish politics and the advantages of independence.
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A Yearning for Jacob's Son
-By Ross Robertson
When Elliot Walker overhears his boss, the chairman of one of the world’s largest energy companies, ordering the Leader of the Opposition to come up with a strategy to fix the ‘Scottish Problem’, he reckons his old friend Dixie Armstrong is the very person who should know about it.
Unfortunately for Elliot he has no idea that his eavesdropping is about to uncover a series of events which could bring the British political establishment to its knees.
Poor Elliot, if only he had kept his mouth shut!
Especially when those involved include a Washington-based private equity firm, high-powered leaders of industry, the Security Services and an ancient Masonic brotherhood!
A rollicking, energetic and absorbing tale of cultural manipulation and political conspiracy, A Yearning for Jacob’s Son is one of the most controversial books of our times.
Published by Caldivum Publishing |
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Breaking up Britain
- by Mark Perryman (editor)
Ten years ago the first elections to the Scottish Parliament and Welsh Assembly. This was the beginning of a decade of change - which now includes the restoration of powers to Stormont - that is showing every sign of being an irreversible process. Breaking Up Britain : Four Nations after a Union is a unique collection of Scottish, Welsh, English and Irish contributors, featuring key political activists from the nationalist parties, commentators and campaigners, academics and journalists. Each writer explores the change that the break-up demands in their own nation, but also discusses its impact upon the whole. A dialogue on the key themes of post-devolution national identity, models of civic nationalism, formations of exclusion and states of independence. Essential reading for anyone interested in the shape of politics and culture after a Union.
AVAILABLE AS A FREE DOWNLOAD Kevin Williamson's chapter ' Language and Culture in a Rediscovered Scotland' in Breaking Up Britain. A powerfully argued case for the necessity of a cultural revolution as a foundation for the shaping of Scots independence, a revolution that draws, as Kevin's survey helps illustrate, on a rich resource of Scots literature, music and verse.
Published by Lawrence & Wishart
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The Independence Book: Scotland in today's world
- by Harry Reid and Paul Henderson Scott
If you believe in the case for Independence, this book will provide you with a stirring endorsement of your view. If you are sceptical, it might well persuade you to convert to the cause. If you are downright hostile, this book could be dangerous - it could prompt you to rethink.
Published by Luath Press Ltd
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Is There a Scottish Road to Socialism?
- Edited by Professor Gregor Gall.
The approaching Scottish Parliament election in May this year has already been dubbed by commentators as the `independence election'. Not since the late 1970s has Scotland been this close to the prospect of independence. However, the left in Scotland is sharply divided over independence having its own `unionist-nationalist' divide. The faultlines concern whether independence will set the struggle for reform and socialism backwards or forwards.
Published by Scottish Left Review Press
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The Scottish Nation: 1700 - 2000
- Tom Devine
The Scottish Nation examines the social, political, religious and economic factors that have shaped modern Scotland. Drawing on the latest research, Devine places Scotland firmly within an international context and provides a key focus for the ongoing debate regarding Scotland's future. This new edition brings the reader up-to-date with Scotland's recent history, from the high politics of the devolved parliament to the everyday effects of huge and growing levels of social inequality.
Published by Penguin Books Ltd |
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Grasping the Thistle
- Dennis MacLeod and Michael Russell
What’s wrong with Scotland? Why are we in the doldrums while other small nations prosper? In the most radical book about Scotland for a generation, authors Dennis MacLeod and Michael Russell look at their country from an international perspective, and chart a new way forward. In a post-oil era they show why Scotland needs to return power to the people in a completely new kind of democracy and they back up their analysis with hard facts.
www.graspingthethislte.com
Published by Argyll Publishing |
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The Thistle and the Crescent
- Bashir Maan
Information on the long and varied relationship between Islam and Scotland that began as early as the seventh century is non-existent. The Thistle and the Crescent has been written to fill this gap.
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Published by Argyll Publishing |
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