The Scottish Patmos: A Standing Testimony To Patriotic Christian Devotion (1881)

By James Moir Porteous

Book Overview

The Scottish Patmos: A Standing Testimony To Patriotic Christian Devotion is a book written by James Moir Porteous in 1881. The book is a historical account of the Scottish island of St. Kilda, which was known as the ""Scottish Patmos"" due to its isolation and religious devotion. The author describes the island's unique culture, customs, and traditions, as well as its strong Christian faith and dedication to the Presbyterian Church. The book also explores the challenges faced by the islanders, including harsh weather conditions, limited resources, and the impact of modernization on their way of life. Overall, The Scottish Patmos serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of faith and patriotism that characterized the people of St. Kilda.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: 1437170862
• ISBN13: 9781437170863
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"