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Book SynopsisThis book tests the rhetoric with historical and social scientific data, describing and explaining the changing pattern of relations between Catholics and Protestants over the 20th century.
Trade ReviewA fascinating historical and sociological analysis ... the book avoids a dry, mathematical style. It is pithy and engaging ... Careful attention to detail is a hallmark of the volume ... the style of the book is superb ! Sectarianism in Scotland deserves to have a very wide readership both amongst academics and those with a general interest in Scotland ! Perhaps Jack McConnell should read this book. This book is an important contribution to the ongoing debate on this subject and should be of interest to all those who desire to study sectarianism in Scotland ... One of the prime objectives of the book is to stimulate debate on this somewhat contentious subject, and the authors, by throwing down the gauntlet and asking opponents to provide empirical evidence to support their claim that 'Scotland is endemically sectarian' may achieve that end. Political Studies Review A clear, well written and researched exposition of the myths of the past and present. A cogent study, it provides an informed basis for discussion. Review of Scottish Culture This is a subject which has generated much impassioned commentary, not a little emoting and much high-profile assertion, but there has been scant academic analysis. The gap is there for all to see. This book fills it. -- Harry Reid, author of Outside Verdict: An Old Kirk in a New Scotland A fascinating historical and sociological analysis ... the book avoids a dry, mathematical style. It is pithy and engaging ... Careful attention to detail is a hallmark of the volume ... the style of the book is superb ! Sectarianism in Scotland deserves to have a very wide readership both amongst academics and those with a general interest in Scotland ! Perhaps Jack McConnell should read this book. This book is an important contribution to the ongoing debate on this subject and should be of interest to all those who desire to study sectarianism in Scotland ... One of the prime objectives of the book is to stimulate debate on this somewhat contentious subject, and the authors, by throwing down the gauntlet and asking opponents to provide empirical evidence to support their claim that 'Scotland is endemically sectarian' may achieve that end. A clear, well written and researched exposition of the myths of the past and present. A cogent study, it provides an informed basis for discussion. This is a subject which has generated much impassioned commentary, not a little emoting and much high-profile assertion, but there has been scant academic analysis. The gap is there for all to see. This book fills it.
Table of ContentsIntroduction; 1. The Nineteenth Century; 2. Into the Thirties; 3. 1945 to 2000; 4. Ulster, Football and Violence; 5. Conclusion.
