Old Dundee: Ecclesiastical, Burghal, And Social, Prior To The Reformation (1891) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437144826)

Old Dundee: Ecclesiastical, Burghal, And Social, Prior To The Reformation is a historical book written by Maxwell Alexander and published in 1891. The book provides a detailed account of the city of Dundee in Scotland before the Reformation. It covers various aspects of the city's history, including its religious, civic, and social life.The author begins by describing the ecclesiastical history of Dundee, including the establishment of the first church in the city and the subsequent growth of the religious community. He then moves on to discuss the burghal history of Dundee, including its development as a trading center and its relationships with neighboring towns and cities.The book also provides insight into the social life of Dundee before the Reformation, including the city's customs and traditions, its social hierarchy, and the role of women in society. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, contemporary accounts, and personal anecdotes, to provide a comprehensive and engaging portrait of life in Dundee during this period.Overall, Old Dundee: Ecclesiastical, Burghal, And Social, Prior To The Reformation is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Scotland or the development of urban communities in Europe. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily lives of the people who lived in Dundee before the Reformation and sheds light on the cultural, social, and religious forces that shaped this vibrant and dynamic city.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: Maxwell Alexander
ISBN-10: 1437144829
ISBN-13: 9781437144826
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 452
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.70lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.91d