The Old Times And The New (1868)

The Old Times And The New (1868)

John Blaikie

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781437314410
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The Old Times And The New is a historical book written by John Blaikie and published in 1868. The book is a comprehensive account of the changes that took place in Scotland during the 18th and 19th centuries. It covers a wide range of topics such as politics, religion, education, and social life. The author provides a detailed analysis of the impact of the Industrial Revolution on Scotland, and how it transformed the country from an agricultural society to an industrialized one.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Scottish society. The first chapter discusses the political changes that occurred during this period, including the Union of 1707 and the emergence of political parties. The second chapter looks at the religious changes, including the rise of the Evangelical movement and the establishment of the Free Church of Scotland.The third chapter focuses on education, and how it evolved from being the preserve of the elite to a more accessible system for all. The fourth chapter covers social life, including the growth of cities and the changes in the way people lived and worked. The final chapter discusses the impact of these changes on Scottish identity and culture.Overall, The Old Times And The New is a fascinating account of a period of great change in Scottish history. Blaikie’s writing is clear and engaging, and he provides a wealth of information and analysis that will be of interest to anyone interested in Scottish history or the history of the Industrial Revolution.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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