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Hamilton 1967

Hamilton 1967

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A pivotal moment in Scottish football history comes alive.

Essential for football enthusiasts and Scottish history fans.

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About the Ebook

Stop the world, Scotland wants to get on.' - Hamilton, Scotland, 3 November 1967

A young couple, married only one day, join a group of eager SNP supporters in the early morning of the by-election to gather last minute votes around Hamilton.Journalists scrap pre-recorded interview answers in the middle of the night as they do not adequately convey the political event that would transform Scottish politics thereafter. Instead, a 17-year-old is sent out to collect responses that better capture the tremendous political upset that has just occurred.'Winnie Wins by a Mile!' was splashed across the Hamilton Advertiser's front page.

This book details the political history and moments leading up to the election of the SNP's Winnie Ewing and the profound effect her success has had on the political landscape of Scotland and the UK since. Professor James Mitchell of the University of Edinburgh provides an insightful examination of the different factors that contributed to Ewing and the SNP's 1967 success.

Through interviews with and surveys of SNP members, archival research and trawling through contemporary sources, Mitchell presents a multi-layered understanding of this crucial turning point in Scottish politics.This watershed by-election was transformative for the SNP and for Scotland. In the increasingly turbulent waters of contemporary politics, Hamilton 1967 provides a necessary historical context to assist in one's navigation of the political landscape today.

Why You'll Love This Ebook

  • The dramatic story of Hamilton's greatest cup moment.
  • A snapshot of Scottish football and national aspiration.
  • Published by Luath Press, Scotland's leading independent publisher.
  • A celebration of an unforgettable moment in Scottish sport.

About the Author

Professor James Mitchell holds the chair in Public Policy and is Director of the Academy of Government at the University of Edinburgh. He previously held chairs at the University of Strathclyde and Sheffield. His research has included studies of political parties and public opinion in Scotland. His most recent work has included studies of the SNP, Scottish elections and the independence referendum. All of his work is informed by an appreciation of the importance of the past in its impact on current concerns.

Publication Details

Publisher: Luath Press

Publication Date: 23 November 2017

Print Length: 160 pages (Ebook edition)

ISBN (Ebook): 9781912387137

Format: Ebook

Language: English

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