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Lives Of Simon Lord Lovat And Duncan Forbes Of Culloden: From Original Sources

Lives Of Simon Lord Lovat And Duncan Forbes Of Culloden: From Original Sources

Burton, John Hill

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ISBN10: 1428607463
ISBN13: 9781428607460
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: May 15 2006
Pages: 404
Weight: 1.30
Height: 0.90 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Lives of Simon Lord Lovat and Duncan Forbes of Culloden: From Original Sources by John Hill Burton is a biographical work that explores the lives of two prominent figures in Scottish history. The book is based on original sources and provides a detailed account of the lives of Simon Lord Lovat and Duncan Forbes of Culloden.Simon Lord Lovat was a Scottish Jacobite who played a significant role in the Jacobite rising of 1745. He was known for his cunning and treacherous nature and was eventually executed for his involvement in the uprising. Duncan Forbes of Culloden, on the other hand, was a Scottish lawyer and politician who opposed the Jacobite cause. He played a key role in the Battle of Culloden, which marked the end of the Jacobite rebellion.The book provides a comprehensive account of the lives of these two figures, including their family backgrounds, education, political and military careers, and personal lives. It also explores the broader historical context of the time, including the political and social upheavals that shaped Scottish history in the 18th century.Overall, Lives of Simon Lord Lovat and Duncan Forbes of Culloden: From Original Sources is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, particularly the Jacobite rebellion and its aftermath. The book offers a detailed and nuanced perspective on two important figures and their impact on Scottish history.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.

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