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.

About the Author
Alexander Felton is the author of many books and articles on Scottish country life. He served as senior assistant editor of the Scottish National Dictionary, and was director of the National Museum of Antiquities of Scotland, of the school of Scottish studies of the University of Edinburgh, and of the European Ethnological Research Centre. Margaret A. Mackay is the director of the school of Scottish studies archives at the University of Edinburgh.


Book Information
ISBN 9781906566067
Author Alexander Fenton
Format Hardback
Page Count 528
Imprint John Donald Short Run Press
Publisher John Donald Publishers Ltd
Weight(grams) 1470g
Dimensions(mm) 236mm * 163mm * 53mm