'If one wants a comprehensive examination of the Scottish referendum this is the book to buy ... it is not an exaggeration to describe the work as a masterpiece of its genre.' - British Politics Group Newsletter'This book represents an extremely valuable contribution to the literature and must be highly recommended.' - Regional and Federal Studies'The real value of the book lies in its analysis of the lead-up to, and the information generated by, the 1997 referendum ... if we are indeed moving toward a quasi-federal island, then there is much to be learned here.' - Talking PoliticsContemporary British History"an exceptional book which reveals the motives and aspirations of Scottish Voters""the real value of the book, however lies in its analysis of the lead-up to, and the information generated by, the 1997 referendum...if we are indeed moving toward a quasi-federal island, then there is much to be learned here"