Scottish Life and Society Volume 1

An Introduction to Scottish Ethnology

Alexander Fenton editor Margaret A Mackay editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:John Donald Publishers Ltd

Published:29th Jul '13

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Scottish Life and Society Volume 1 cover

The publication of 'An Introduction to Scottish Ethnology' sees the completion of the fourteen-volume Scottish Life and Society series, originally conceived by the eminent ethnologist Professor Alexander Fenton. The series explores the many elements in Scottish history, language and culture which have shaped the identity of Scotland and Scots at local, regional and national level, placing these in an international context. Each of the thirteen volumes already published focuses on a particular theme or institution within Scottish society. This introduction provides an overview of the discipline of ethnology as it has developed in Scotland and more widely, the sources and methods for its study, and practical guidance on the means by which it can be examined within its constituent genres, based on the experience of those currently working with ethnological materials. Theory and practice are presented in an accessible fashion, making it an ideal companion for the student, the scholar and the interested amateur alike.

ISBN: 9781906566067

Dimensions: 236mm x 163mm x 53mm

Weight: 1470g

528 pages