Explore the compelling and often ambiguous narrative of one of Europe's oldest nations in The Shortest History of Scotland by Murray Pittock. This volume traces Scotland's story from its earliest tribes through to its multicultural present, examining how its unique status—a country with its own law, education, and church, yet not technically a state—has positioned it centrally in the global narrative.

• Unpicks the myths from the reality of Scottish history, from the Picts to Devolution.
• Examines the glories, both real and imagined, from William Wallace to Walter Scott.
• Analyzes what Scotland's rich past reveals about its future trajectory.
• Part of the 'Shortest Histories' series.

• Author: Murray Pittock
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: Standard Edition
• Language: English
• Print Length: 224 pages
• Publication Date: May 5, 2026
• ISBN-10: 1913083322
• ISBN-13: 978-1913083328
• Dimensions: 21.6 x 13.5 x 2.5 cm
• Weight: 332 g

Discover the enduring story of Scotland, whose territory has remained fundamentally unchanged since the fifteenth century and whose southern border with England has barely shifted since 1237. This concise yet comprehensive history provides essential context for understanding Scotland's place in the world.