A study of the history of Stuart Scotland. It is part of a series which offers an insight into Scotland's past and a general overview of the country's history. These books aim to develop historical skills and provide suggestions for further research. The volume: seeks to integrate social, economic, political and cultural developments to give a balanced view of Scottish history; places events in context through comparison with contemporary developments outside Scotland; helps readers to understand the past through the analysis of historical evidence; and uses timelines to give an overview of the period.