| Author |
Barbé, Louis A., 1845-1926 |
| Title |
In Byways of Scottish History
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Mary, queen of Scots -- The four Marys -- Mary Fleming -- Mary Livingston -- Mary Beton -- Mary Seton -- The song of Mary Stuart -- Maister Randolphe's fantasie -- The first "Stuart" tragedy and its author -- Loretto -- The Isle of May -- Edinburgh and her patron saint -- The rock of Dumbarton -- James VI as statesman and poet -- The invasion of Ailsa Craig -- The story of a ballad: "Kinmont Willie" -- A raid on the Wee Cumbrae -- Riotous Glasgow -- The old Scottish army -- The story of the "long-tail" myth -- Index.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Paul Marshall, sp1nd, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
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| Summary |
"In Byways of Scottish History" by Louis A. Barbé is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores various intriguing aspects of Scottish history, particularly focusing on the sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries, with an underlying aim to present a captivating narrative of events and characters that are often overshadowed by more prominent historical figures. The work promises to offer readers insights into richly embroidered tales and lesser-known figures within this picturesque period. The opening of the text serves as a preface, where the author reflects on his journey of discovering Scotland and its history, indicating that he began with formal sources before delving into more personal, exploratory narratives. Barbé expresses his desire to share the enchantment he found in the overlooked details and scenic beauty of Scotland, thereby garnering a hope that his findings will resonate with others. This section sets the stage for the subsequent papers that will address diverse topics, including notable figures like Mary Queen of Scots and her loyal attendants known as the "Four Marys," blending historical depth with narrative charm. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Scotland -- History -- Stuarts, to the Union, 1371-1707
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
45766 |
| Release Date |
May 26, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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