Background
Pittock, Murray George Hornby was born on January 5, 1962. Son of Malcolm J.W. and Joan Hornby (Mould) Pittock.
(The aim of this book is to question assumptions about the...)
The aim of this book is to question assumptions about the nature of the Augustan era through an exploration of Jacobite ideology. Taking as its starting point the fundamental ambivalence of the Augustan concept the author studies canonical and non-canonical literature and uncovers the 'four nations' literary history of the period defined in terms of a struggle for control of the language of authority between Jacobite and Hanoverian writers. This struggle is seen to have crystallized Irish and Scottish opposition to the British state. The Jacobite cause generated powerful popular literature and the sources explored include ballads, broadsides and writing in Scots, Irish, Welsh and Gaelic. The author concludes that the literary history we inherit is built on the political outcome of the Revolution of 1688.
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(This work explores the idea of the Celt and the definitio...)
This work explores the idea of the Celt and the definition of the so-called "Celtic Fringe" over the last 300 years. It is an in-depth study of the literary and cultural representation of Ireland, Scotland and Wales over this period, and is based on a wide-ranging grasp of issues of national identity and state formation. The idea of the Celt and Celticism is once again highly fashionable. Is there such a common Celtic heritage? What is the place of the "Celtic Fringe" in British identity? Pittock begins by assessing the term "Celtic" itself, by questioning its validity, going on to examine its historic uses and heroic notions of Scotland's past. The Celtic Revival of the late 19th century is examined in detail together with its impact on Irish nationalism. Pittock asks how far the "Celtic" experience in Britain can be described as a colonial one, and examines the importance of the Celtic languages in preserving a sense of identity. Contemporary issues such as the literary language of the Troubles in Northern Ireland and the growth of modern Scottish nationalism are also considered.
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(The first edition of The Myth of the Jacobite Clans was a...)
The first edition of The Myth of the Jacobite Clans was a revolutionary book. It argued that British history had long sought to caricature Jacobitism rather than to understand it, and that the Jacobite Risings drew on extensive Lowland support and had a national quality within Scotland. The Times Higher Education Supplement hailed its author's 'formidable talents' and the book and its ideas fuelled discussions in the national press.Now entirely rewritten with extensive new primary research, this second edition addresses the questions of the first in more detail, examining the systematic misrepresentation of Jacobitism, the impressive size of the Jacobite armies, their training and organization and the Jacobite goal of dissolving the Union, and bringing to life the ordinary Scots who formed the core of Jacobite support in the ill-fated Rising of 1745. Now, more than ever, The Myth of the Jacobite Clans sounds the call for an end to the dismissive sneers and pointless romanticisation which have dogged
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( A dynasty of high ability and great charm, the Stuarts ...)
A dynasty of high ability and great charm, the Stuarts exerted a compelling fascination over their supporters and enemies alike. First published in 1991, this title assesses the influence of the Stuart mystique on the modern political and cultural identity of Scotland. Murray Pittock traces the Stuart myth from the days of Charles I to the modern Scottish National Party, and discusses both pro- and anti-Union propaganda. He provides a unique insight into the ‘radicalism’ of Scottish Jacobitism, contrasting this ‘Jacobitisim of the Left’ with the sentimental image constructed by the Victorians. Dealing with a subject of great relevance to modern British society, this reissue provides an extensive analysis of Scottish nationhood, the Stuart cult and Jacobite ideology. It will be of great interest to students of literature, history, and Scottish culture and politics.
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(This book seeks to rewrite assumptions about the Augustan...)
This book seeks to rewrite assumptions about the Augustan era through an exploration of Jacobite ideology. The author studies canonical and noncanonical literature and uncovers a new "four nations" literary history defined in terms of a struggle for control of the language of authority between Jacobite and Hanoverian writers. Sources explored include ballads in Scots, Irish, Welsh and Gaelic. The author concludes that the literary history of the Augustan age is built on the history of the victors in the Revolution of 1688.
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( This book examines the difficulties and challenges whic...)
This book examines the difficulties and challenges which faced attempts to create a British identity. Taking its perspective from the cultural, social and political margins of the British Isles, it demonstrates how fragile the supposed political consensus of the eighteenth century was. To read it is to revaluate our understanding of the culture of England in relation to other societies of these islands.
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( A wide-ranging popular history of a small nation that h...)
A wide-ranging popular history of a small nation that has had a disproportionate influence on culture, trade and industry throughout the world. Murray Pittock presents a full narrative history, starting with Scotland before the Scots and taking in Wallace, the wars of independence, the reformation, the incorporation of Scotland into the United Kingdom and the transformation of Scotland into a modern society. In doing so he brings into play issues of geography, language, identity, religion, politics, science and ideas to create a chronicle of a nation which is looking forward to playing an increasingly important independent role.
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(Beginning with an account of the Revolution of 1688 and t...)
Beginning with an account of the Revolution of 1688 and the ensuing war in Scotland and Ireland, this book offers a comprehensive account of the whole Jacobite movement in Scotland, England, Ireland, and Europe, including such topics as espionage, plots, finances, Jacobite culture, the role of women, and a full account of the risings to restore the Stuarts to power.
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Pittock, Murray George Hornby was born on January 5, 1962. Son of Malcolm J.W. and Joan Hornby (Mould) Pittock.
Master of Arts, University Glasgow, Scotland, 1983. Doctor of Philosophy, Oxford University, England, 1987.
Junior research fellow Linacre College, Oxford University, 1988. British Academy postdoctoral fellow University Aberdeen, Scotland, 1988-1989. Lecturer, then reader University Edinburgh, Scotland, 1989-1996.
Professor University Stratclyde, Glasgow, 1996—2003, member court, 1998-2000. Professor Scottish and romantic literature University Manchester, since 2003. Member advisory committee architecture and design City of Glasgow, 1998-1999.
Coordinator for Scotland millennium bid Museum British History, 1996-1997. Lecturer British Academy Chatterton, 2002.
(Beginning with an account of the Revolution of 1688 and t...)
( A wide-ranging popular history of a small nation that h...)
(The aim of this book is to question assumptions about the...)
( A dynasty of high ability and great charm, the Stuarts ...)
(This work explores the idea of the Celt and the definitio...)
(This book seeks to rewrite assumptions about the Augustan...)
( This book examines the difficulties and challenges whic...)
(The first edition of The Myth of the Jacobite Clans was a...)
Fellow English Association, Royal History Society (London), Society Antiquaries Scotland, Royal Society of Arts. Member Association for Scottish Literature Studies (council).
Married Anne G.T.M. Martin, April 15, 1989. 2 children.