Publisher's Synopsis
John of Fordun's Chronicle of the Scottish Nation is a historical book that was originally written in Latin in the 14th century. This particular edition, published in 1872, is a translation of the original work by John Fordun, a Scottish chronicler and historian. The book covers the history of Scotland from its earliest beginnings up until the 14th century, including the reigns of various Scottish kings and queens, important battles and events, and the political and social developments that shaped the country. The book is divided into five books, each of which covers a different period in Scottish history. The first book covers the legendary origins of Scotland, while the second book focuses on the early history of the Picts and Scots. The third book covers the reign of King David I and the establishment of the Scottish monarchy, while the fourth book covers the Wars of Independence and the reign of Robert the Bruce. The final book covers the reigns of various Scottish kings and queens up until the time of Fordun himself. Overall, John of Fordun's Chronicle of the Scottish Nation is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the early history of Scotland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some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.
