St. Johnstoun V1: Or John, Earl Of Gowrie (1823)

By Eliza Logan

Book Overview

St. Johnstoun V1: Or John, Earl Of Gowrie (1823) is a historical novel written by Eliza Logan. The book is set in Scotland during the late 16th century and tells the story of John Ruthven, the Earl of Gowrie, who is also known as St. Johnstoun. The novel follows the life of John Ruthven, his family, and his political and religious struggles during a time of great turmoil in Scotland.The story begins with John Ruthven's childhood and his education under the guidance of his father, the Earl of Gowrie. As he grows older, John becomes involved in the political and religious conflicts of the time, including the struggle between the Catholic and Protestant factions in Scotland. He becomes a leader of the Protestant cause and is eventually appointed as the Lord High Chancellor of Scotland.The novel also explores John's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, as well as his romantic interests. Throughout the book, John faces many challenges and obstacles, including betrayal and political intrigue, but he remains steadfast in his beliefs and his commitment to his country and his people.Overall, St. Johnstoun V1: Or John, Earl Of Gowrie is a fascinating and engaging historical novel that provides a vivid and detailed portrait of Scotland during a tumultuous period of its history. The book is well-written and well-researched, and is sure to appeal to anyone interested in Scottish history or historical fiction.In Three Volumes.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: 1165606356
• ISBN13: 9781165606351
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"