Sir George Mackenzie - Andrew Lang - Bog

Sir George Mackenzie: King's Advocate of Rosehaugh, His Life and Times 1636?-1691 is a biography written by Andrew Lang. The book chronicles the life of Sir George Mackenzie, a prominent Scottish lawyer and politician who served as the King's Advocate during the reigns of Charles II and James VII. The book explores Mackenzie's early life and education, his rise to prominence in the Scottish legal and political spheres, and his role in some of the most significant events of his time. These include the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which saw James VII deposed and replaced by William and Mary, as well as the persecution of Covenanters and the infamous Massacre of Glencoe. Lang also delves into Mackenzie's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, and his literary pursuits. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of Scotland's most influential figures, and sheds light on the political and social climate of 17th-century Scotland.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.