George Buchanan: Glasgow Quater-Centenary Studies

By George Neilson Buchanan

Book Overview

George Buchanan: Glasgow Quater-Centenary Studies is a book that explores the life and works of the Scottish scholar and humanist, George Buchanan. The book is written by George Neilson, a Scottish lawyer, historian, and biographer who was an expert on Buchanan's life and works. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of Buchanan's life and career. The first chapter provides an overview of Buchanan's early life and education, including his studies at the University of Paris and his early career as a teacher and scholar. The second chapter focuses on Buchanan's political and religious views, including his support for the Scottish Reformation and his criticism of the Catholic Church. The third chapter explores Buchanan's literary works, including his poetry, plays, and history of Scotland. The fourth chapter discusses Buchanan's influence on Scottish culture and education, including his role as a teacher and mentor to many prominent figures in Scottish history. The book also includes a number of appendices that provide additional information on Buchanan's life and works, including a bibliography of his writings and a list of his students and disciples. Overall, George Buchanan: Glasgow Quater-Centenary Studies is a comprehensive and informative study of one of Scotland's most important scholars and thinkers.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: 143253789X
• ISBN13: 9781432537890
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 596 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"