A History of the Highland Clearances

Agrarian Transformation and the Evictions 1746-1886

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• Eric Richards

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• 556 Seiten
• 20 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Sozialwissenschaften
• Weltgeschichte

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Focusing on the early nineteenth-century forcible eviction of tenants in the Scottish Highlands, this book examines the impact of landlords' actions on communities that had farmed the land for generations. It delves into the historical context and consequences of the Highland Clearances, shedding light on the social and economic upheaval faced by displaced families. Through detailed analysis, it explores the enduring legacy of this pivotal event in Scottish history.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2023
• Einband: Paperback