Montrose: And Other Biographical Sketches (1861)

By Henry Winsor

Book Overview

Montrose: And Other Biographical Sketches is a book written by Henry Winsor and first published in 1861. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of various historical figures, including James Graham, the Marquis of Montrose, a Scottish nobleman and military commander who fought on behalf of the Royalist cause during the English Civil War. Other figures featured in the book include John Hampden, a prominent English politician and member of Parliament during the 17th century, and William Penn, the founder of the American state of Pennsylvania. The book provides detailed accounts of the lives and achievements of these individuals, as well as insights into the historical context in which they lived. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British Isles and the United States.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: 1165611562
• ISBN13: 9781165611560
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 406 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"