Routledge - Finding the Family in Medieval and Early Modern Scotland

Explore the complex history of Scottish domestic life with this scholarly work from Routledge. Part of the Women and Gender in the Early Modern World series, this book offers a deep look into the family structure in Scotland between 1300 and 1750. An international group of scholars uses an interdisciplinary approach to study the pre-modern Scottish family. By applying methods from art history, literature, music, gender studies, anthropology, history, and religious studies, the contributors provide a wide-ranging view of the period. The text examines various sources to build a clearer picture of how families functioned during these centuries. This volume serves as a resource for researchers and students looking to expand their knowledge of Scottish history. It highlights the specific types of sources available for study, making it a helpful guide for those interested in social history, gender studies, and the evolution of the family unit in a pre-modern context.