Scottish Life and Society Volume 8

Exploring a variety of topics on the broad theme of transport and communications in Scotland, this multiauthored volume covers a wide chronological and geographical range, including Gaelic barges of the medieval western seaboard and the aviation of the Northern Isles. The chapters are divided into five thematic sections: water transport, land transport, air transport, communications, and transport and communications in their wider contexts. Through this study of the movement of people, goods, services, and ideas, the profound influence that transport and communications have had on Scottish life and society is uncovered.

Kenneth Veitch is an editor who has contributed to the Scottish Life and Society series, including Boats, Fishing and the Sea and Religion.