The History Of Scotland

The History of Scotland: From Agricola's Invasion to the Extinction of the Last Jacobite Insurrection V1 is a comprehensive book written by John Hill Burton. The book covers the history of Scotland from the time of the Roman invasion led by Agricola to the end of the Jacobite rebellion. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a specific period in Scottish history.The author begins by discussing the Roman invasion and the impact it had on Scotland. He then moves on to discuss the Picts and the Scots, who were the dominant tribes in Scotland during the early medieval period. The book also covers the reign of King James VI and his attempts to unify Scotland and England.The author also discusses the religious conflicts that occurred in Scotland during the Reformation and the subsequent rise of the Presbyterian Church. He also covers the political and social changes that occurred during the 17th and 18th centuries, including the Union of the Crowns and the Act of Union.The book concludes with a detailed account of the Jacobite rebellion, which was the last major attempt to restore the Stuart dynasty to the throne. The author provides a detailed analysis of the causes and consequences of the rebellion, as well as the impact it had on Scottish history.Overall, The History of Scotland: From Agricola's Invasion to the Extinction of the Last Jacobite Insurrection V1 is a comprehensive and well-researched book that provides a detailed account of Scottish history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Scottish history, politics, and culture.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.