Scottish Towns: A Guide for Local Historians
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This introduction to the history of Scottish towns offers the local historian detailed research guidelines on every aspect of urban history, and for anyone interested in the heritage of Scottish towns, it provides an informative account of the forces and conflicts that have given shape to Scottish towns today. The book focuses on key themes in urban history including local government, architectural styles of public and private buildings, town planning, commerce, transport and the mapping of towns. Suggestions for research ideas and sources are also included.
Author: David Moody
Format: Paperback, 224 pages, 138mm x 216mm, 345 g
Published: 1992, Batsford, United Kingdom
Genre: Social Studies: General
This introduction to the history of Scottish towns offers the local historian detailed research guidelines on every aspect of urban history, and for anyone interested in the heritage of Scottish towns, it provides an informative account of the forces and conflicts that have given shape to Scottish towns today. The book focuses on key themes in urban history including local government, architectural styles of public and private buildings, town planning, commerce, transport and the mapping of towns. Suggestions for research ideas and sources are also included.