Tales of a Grandfather, Being the History of Scotland: From the Earliest Period to the Close of the Reign of James the Fifth (1889) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165793600)

""Tales of a Grandfather"" is a historical book written by Sir Walter Scott, which provides an account of the history of Scotland from the earliest times to the end of the reign of James the Fifth. The book is written in a storytelling style, making it engaging and accessible to readers of all ages. It is divided into three volumes, each covering a different period of Scottish history. The first volume covers the early history of Scotland, including the Picts and the Scots, while the second volume focuses on the Middle Ages, including the Wars of Independence and the reigns of Robert the Bruce and William Wallace. The third volume covers the period from the 16th century to the end of the reign of James the Fifth, including the Reformation and the rise of Mary, Queen of Scots. Throughout the book, Scott brings the history of Scotland to life, with vivid descriptions of battles, political intrigues, and the lives of notable figures. The book is a classic work of Scottish history and literature, and remains a popular read for anyone interested in the history of 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.

Author: Walter Scott
ISBN-10: 1165793601
ISBN-13: 9781165793600
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 308
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.65d