Peden The Prophet: A Tale Of The Covenanters Founded On Fact

By Andrew Morton Brown

Book Overview

""Peden The Prophet: A Tale Of The Covenanters Founded On Fact"" is a historical novel written by A. Morton Brown. The book is based on the true story of Alexander Peden, a Scottish Presbyterian minister who lived during the 17th century. Peden was a prominent figure in the Scottish Covenanters movement, which sought to defend the rights of the Presbyterian Church against the interference of the English monarchy.The novel follows Peden's life from his early years as a student of theology to his eventual exile and death. Along the way, he encounters many challenges and obstacles, including persecution by the authorities and betrayal by some of his fellow Covenanters. Despite these setbacks, Peden remains steadfast in his faith and his commitment to the cause of Presbyterianism.The book is a vivid portrayal of life in Scotland during the turbulent years of the 17th century. It provides a detailed look at the religious and political conflicts that shaped the country during this time, as well as the struggles of ordinary people caught up in these events. Through the character of Peden, the novel explores themes of faith, courage, and perseverance in the face of adversity.Overall, ""Peden The Prophet: A Tale Of The Covenanters Founded On Fact"" is a compelling historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in Scottish history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, politics, or Scotland itself.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: 1163627070
• ISBN13: 9781163627075
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 390 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"