Memoirs Of James, Marquis Of Montrose: Captain General Of Scotland (1853)

By James Grant

Book Overview

Memoirs of James, Marquis of Montrose: Captain General of Scotland is a historical account of the life and times of James Graham, the Marquis of Montrose. Written by the Scottish novelist and historian, James Grant, the book was first published in 1853. The memoirs cover the period of Montrose's life from his birth in 1612 to his execution in 1650. Montrose was a prominent figure in the Scottish Wars of the Covenant, a series of conflicts that took place in the mid-17th century between the Scottish Covenanters and the Royalists. He was a staunch supporter of the Stuart monarchy and fought against the Covenanters on behalf of King Charles I. Montrose achieved several notable victories during the war, but was eventually defeated and captured by the Covenanters. The memoirs provide a detailed account of Montrose's military campaigns, his political alliances, and his personal life. Grant draws on a range of historical sources, including Montrose's own letters and diaries, to create a vivid picture of the man and the times in which he lived. The book also includes portraits of Montrose and other key figures from the period, as well as maps and illustrations of the battles he fought. Memoirs of James, Marquis of Montrose: Captain General of Scotland is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, the Stuart monarchy, or the military history of the 17th century. It offers a compelling portrait of a complex and fascinating figure, and provides insight into the political and social context of the Scottish Wars of the Covenant.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: 1120004012
• ISBN13: 9781120004017
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"