The Castles, Palaces, And Prisons Of Mary Of Scotland (1850)

The Castles, Palaces, And Prisons Of Mary Of Scotland is a historical book written by Charles Mackie and published in 1850. The book is a detailed account of the life of Mary, Queen of Scots, focusing on the various castles, palaces, and prisons she inhabited throughout her tumultuous reign. The book begins with Mary's childhood and early life in France, before moving on to her return to Scotland and eventual imprisonment by her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I of England. Mackie provides a vivid description of Mary's imprisonment in various castles and prisons, including Lochleven Castle and Fotheringhay Castle. The book also explores the political and religious turmoil of the time, with Mary's Catholic faith and claim to the English throne causing tension and conflict with the Protestant rulers of Scotland and England. Mackie delves into the various plots and conspiracies surrounding Mary's imprisonment, including the Babington Plot which ultimately led to her execution. Overall, The Castles, Palaces, And Prisons Of Mary Of Scotland is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the life and reign of Mary, Queen of Scots. Mackie's detailed descriptions of the various locations and events make for a vivid and engaging historical account.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.