Henry St. Clair: A Tale Of The Persecution In Scotland, And The Martyr Of Freedom (1833)

By John Montgomerie Bell

Book Overview

Henry St. Clair: A Tale Of The Persecution In Scotland, And The Martyr Of Freedom is a historical fiction novel written by John Montgomerie Bell and published in 1833. The story is set in Scotland during the 17th century and follows the life of Henry St. Clair, a young man who becomes involved in the struggle for religious freedom and political independence.As a member of a Presbyterian family, Henry is deeply committed to his faith and the cause of Scottish independence. However, he soon finds himself at odds with the ruling government, which seeks to suppress the Presbyterian movement and impose its own Anglican Church on the people of Scotland.Despite facing persecution and imprisonment, Henry remains steadfast in his beliefs and becomes a leader in the fight for freedom. Along the way, he encounters a cast of characters including fellow rebels, government officials, and even members of the royal family.The novel is a powerful exploration of the themes of religious and political oppression, as well as the importance of standing up for one's beliefs. It also provides a vivid portrait of life in Scotland during a tumultuous period in its history.Overall, Henry St. Clair: A Tale Of The Persecution In Scotland, And The Martyr Of Freedom is a compelling and thought-provoking work of historical fiction that is sure to resonate with readers interested in Scottish history and the struggle for freedom and justice.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: 1164667599
• ISBN13: 9781164667599
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"