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Caledonian Dreaming Gerry Hassan

Caledonian Dreaming By Gerry Hassan

Caledonian Dreaming by Gerry Hassan


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Summary

Outline of what is missing in modern Scotland; what is needed; some observations on how to do social change; reason for the series.

Caledonian Dreaming Summary

Caledonian Dreaming: The Quest for a Different Scotland by Gerry Hassan

Caledonian Dreaming examines the state of contemporary Scotland, the independence referendum, and its wider consequences.

In this short, accessible book, Hassan challenges the myths that define modern Scotland and its place in the United Kingdom. He forensically examines the shortcomings of Scottish society - from the 'missing Scotland' of voters disconnected from public life to the collusion of Labour and SNP on most issues bar independence. He argues that Scotland has the potential to become a modern, progressive, democratic country - aided by the creative energies and passions unleashed by the independence question.

Caledonian Dreaming Reviews

Understanding that the old stories we tell ourselves influence the new stories we go on to write, Gerry Hassan has crafted a brilliant book unpacking the political narratives that have shaped modern Scotland in order to create a space to imagine anew. A book about Scotland important to anyone, anywhere, dreaming a new world. STEPHEN DUNCOMBE

With one bound Scotland could be free! How tempting that looks to the progressive-minded on both sides of the border. If only it were that easy. Gerry Hassan drills down to deeper reasons why the many dysfunctions of British democracy could dog an independent Scotland too. With a non-partisan but beady eye on society both sides of the border, in this clever book here are tougher questions to consider than a mere Yes/No. POLLY TOYNBEE The Guardian

About Gerry Hassan

GERRY HASSAN was born in Dundee. He is a writer, commentator, political analyst, and a regular contributor to The Scotsman, Newsnight Scotland, Good Morning Scotland, and Open Democracy. He works as a lecturer in cultural policy at the University of the West of Scotland.

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GOR010495174
9781910021323
1910021326
Caledonian Dreaming: The Quest for a Different Scotland by Gerry Hassan
Used - Like New
Paperback
Luath Press Ltd
20140501
256
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
The book has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket is included if applicable. No missing or damaged pages, no tears, possible very minimal creasing, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins

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