The Diary Of Mr. James Melvill, 1556-1601 (1829) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165119981)

The Diary of Mr. James Melvill, 1556-1601 is a historical book written by James Melvill and published in 1829. The book is a collection of personal diary entries written by James Melvill, a Scottish minister and scholar, during the late 16th century. The diary entries cover a period of over 40 years and provide a fascinating insight into the life and times of Melvill and the people he encountered during his travels throughout Scotland, England, and Europe.Melvill's diary entries are written in a lively and engaging style, and provide a wealth of information on a wide range of topics, including politics, religion, literature, and social customs. Melvill was a keen observer of the world around him, and his diary entries offer a unique perspective on the events and personalities of his time.The book is divided into six parts, each covering a different period of Melvill's life. The first part covers Melvill's early years in Scotland, where he studied at the University of St. Andrews and began his career as a minister. The second part covers his travels to England, where he served as a tutor to the children of the Earl of Warwick. The third part covers his return to Scotland and his involvement in the religious and political turmoil of the time.The fourth part covers Melvill's travels to Europe, where he visited France, Germany, and Switzerland, and met with many of the leading scholars and thinkers of his time. The fifth part covers his return to Scotland and his involvement in the Scottish Reformation. The final part covers his later years, when he served as a minister in a small town in Scotland.Overall, The Diary of Mr. James Melvill, 1556-1601 is a fascinating and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the life and times of a remarkable man. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish history, the Reformation, or the intellectual and cultural history of Europe in the late 16th century.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: James Melville
ISBN-10: 1165119986
ISBN-13: 9781165119981
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 366
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.76d