Publisher's Synopsis
St. Giles' is a comprehensive historical account of one of the most important religious sites in Edinburgh, Scotland. Written by James Cameron Lees and published in 1889, the book covers the history of St. Giles' Church, College, and Cathedral from the earliest times to the present day.Lees' work is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of St. Giles' history. The first chapter provides an overview of the church's origins, tracing its roots back to the 9th century. Subsequent chapters delve into different periods of the church's history, including the Middle Ages, the Reformation, and the 19th century.Throughout the book, Lees provides detailed descriptions of the architecture and artwork of St. Giles', as well as the lives of the people who have worshipped there over the centuries. He also includes information about the various religious and political events that have taken place at the church, such as the coronation of James VI and I in 1567.In addition to its historical content, St. Giles' also includes numerous illustrations and photographs of the church and its surroundings. These images provide a visual representation of the church's evolution over time, as well as its place within the city of Edinburgh.Overall, St. Giles' is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Edinburgh or Scottish religious history more broadly. Lees' meticulous research and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for scholars, students, and history enthusiasts alike.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.
