Account Of The Families Of Birnie And Hamilton Of Broomhill (1838)

""Account Of The Families Of Birnie And Hamilton Of Broomhill"" is a historical book written by John Birnie in 1838. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Birnie and Hamilton families, who were prominent landowners and aristocrats in Scotland during the 18th and 19th centuries. The author traces the history of both families from their origins in the medieval period to their rise to power in the 18th century.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of the families' history. The first section provides an overview of the Birnie family, including their early origins in the Scottish Highlands and their migration to the Lowlands in the 16th century. The author then goes on to describe the various branches of the family, their estates, and their involvement in politics and commerce.The second section of the book focuses on the Hamilton family, who were also prominent landowners and aristocrats in Scotland. The author describes their rise to power in the 17th century and their extensive landholdings throughout the country. He also discusses their involvement in politics, including their support for the Jacobite rebellion in 1745.The final section of the book brings the two families together, describing their intermarriage and the creation of the Broomhill estate. The author provides a detailed account of the estate's history, including its architecture, gardens, and social life.Overall, ""Account Of The Families Of Birnie And Hamilton Of Broomhill"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, genealogy, or the lives of the Scottish aristocracy in the 18th and 19th centuries. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of these influential families.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.