Memoirs Of The Life And Writings Of George Buchanan (1807)

Memoirs Of The Life And Writings Of George Buchanan is a book written by David Irving in 1807. The book is a biography of the famous Scottish historian and scholar, George Buchanan. Buchanan was a prominent figure in the Scottish Reformation and is known for his political and religious writings, as well as his work as a teacher and tutor to the young James VI of Scotland (later James I of England).The book covers Buchanan's life from his birth in 1506 to his death in 1582, tracing his early education in Scotland and his later studies in France. It also delves into his political career, including his role as a diplomat for the Scottish crown and his involvement in the political upheavals of his time.In addition to his political and historical writings, Buchanan was also a poet and playwright, and the book explores his literary contributions as well. Throughout the book, Irving provides a detailed analysis of Buchanan's works and their historical context, as well as insight into the man himself.Overall, Memoirs Of The Life And Writings Of George Buchanan is a comprehensive and informative biography of one of Scotland's most important historical figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish history, politics, and literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.