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As the limits of the present Essay do not admit of its being encumbered with copious references to authorities, the author thinks it desirable to give the following list of works consulted in its compilation: Memoirs of Lochiel Correspondence of Colonel Hooke Jacobite Correspondence of the A thole Family The Lockhart Papers The Culloden Papers Memoirs of the Master of Sinclair Memoirs of the Master of Lovat Dalrymple s Memoirs of Great Britain and I reland Wadrow s Correspondence Defoe s History of the Union The Letters of Captain Burt Macpherson s Original Papers Patten s History of 1715 Rae s History of 1715 Forbes s Jacobite Memoirs of 1745 The Chevalier Johnstone s Memoirs of 1745 Genuine Memoirs of John Murray of Broughton Dr. King s Political Anecdotes Marchant s History of 1745 Henderson sditto Boyse sditto Home sditto.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines the Jacobite episode in Scottish history and its surrounding literary works, uncovering the truth behind the often-romanticized Jacobite movement. The author challenges the notion of Highland loyalty to the Stuarts, revealing that their support was born from self-interest and opportunism. Despite welcoming the overthrow of James II, Scotland became a Jacobite stronghold due to a combination of factors, including disillusionment with the new regime, personal ambition, and lingering resentment. The author delves into the social and political consequences of Jacobitism, tracing its influence on Scottish society and culture. Through a thorough analysis of contemporary and subsequent literature, the book explores the evolution and impact of Jacobite ideology, exposing the stark contrast between historical reality and the romanticized portrayal that has shaped much of our understanding of this period. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333195342_0
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