Life Of James Renwick: The Last Of The Scottish Martyrs (1843) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165562541)

The book ""Life Of James Renwick: The Last Of The Scottish Martyrs"" by Robert Simpson, published in 1843, is a detailed account of the life and death of James Renwick, a Scottish Presbyterian minister who was executed for his beliefs in 1688. The book provides a historical perspective on the religious and political turmoil in Scotland during the late 17th century, particularly the struggles between the Presbyterian Covenanters and the ruling government. The author, Robert Simpson, was a contemporary of Renwick and a fellow Presbyterian minister. He draws on his personal knowledge of Renwick and his own experiences to provide a vivid and personal account of the events leading up to Renwick's execution. The book covers Renwick's early life, his education and training, his involvement in the Covenanters movement, and his eventual capture, trial, and execution. Simpson's writing style is both informative and engaging, providing readers with a clear understanding of the historical context while also drawing them into the personal struggles and triumphs of Renwick and his followers. The book also includes a number of primary source documents, such as letters and sermons, which provide further insight into Renwick's beliefs and the challenges he faced. Overall, ""Life Of James Renwick: The Last Of The Scottish Martyrs"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, religious persecution, or the struggles of the Presbyterian Covenanters. It provides a detailed and engaging account of one of the most significant figures in Scottish history and sheds light on the religious and political struggles of the time.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.

Author: Robert Simpson
ISBN-10: 1165562545
ISBN-13: 9781165562541
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 242
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d