The History Of Scotland

The History of Scotland: From Agricola's Invasion to the Extinction of the Last Jacobite Insurrection V2 is a book written by John Hill Burton. This book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Scotland, from the invasion of Agricola to the end of the last Jacobite insurrection. The book is divided into two volumes and covers a wide range of topics, including the early Celtic and Pictish kingdoms, the arrival of the Romans, the emergence of the Scottish monarchy, the Wars of Independence, the Reformation, and the Jacobite rebellions. The author, John Hill Burton, was a Scottish historian and writer who was known for his extensive knowledge of Scottish history. He was a member of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and served as the Historiographer Royal for Scotland. In this book, he draws on a variety of sources, including contemporary accounts, official records, and personal correspondence, to provide a detailed and engaging narrative of Scotland's past. Overall, The History of Scotland: From Agricola's Invasion to the Extinction of the Last Jacobite Insurrection V2 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history. It provides a thorough and well-researched account of Scotland's past, and its engaging writing style makes it accessible to both scholars and general readers alike.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.