A Sermon Preached To The People, At The Mercat-Cross Of Edinburgh: On The Subject Of The Union (1707)

By John Arbuthnot

""A Sermon Preached To The People, At The Mercat-Cross Of Edinburgh: On The Subject Of The Union"" is a historical text written by John Arbuthnot in 1707. The book is a transcript of a sermon that Arbuthnot delivered to the people of Edinburgh at the Mercat-Cross, a public marketplace in the city, on the topic of the Union between England and Scotland.The Union was a significant event in Scottish history, as it marked the end of Scotland's independent parliament and the beginning of a new era of political and economic integration with England. Arbuthnot's sermon reflects the debates and tensions surrounding the Union at the time, and his words offer a unique insight into the thoughts and feelings of the Scottish people during this period of change.Throughout the book, Arbuthnot addresses the concerns of the Scottish people and argues in favor of the Union, emphasizing the benefits of closer ties with England and the potential for greater prosperity and security for Scotland. He also touches on the religious implications of the Union, highlighting the importance of maintaining the Presbyterian Church in Scotland.Overall, ""A Sermon Preached To The People, At The Mercat-Cross Of Edinburgh: On The Subject Of The Union"" is an important historical document that sheds light on a crucial moment in Scottish history. It provides a valuable perspective on the debates and controversies surrounding the Union and offers insight into the thoughts and opinions of the Scottish people at the time.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437466362
• ISBN13: 9781437466362
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 20 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"