Publisher's Synopsis
""The Agnews of Lochnaw: A History of the Hereditary Sheriffs of Galloway"" is a historical book written by Andrew Agnew and published in 1864. The book provides a detailed account of the Agnew family, who held the position of hereditary sheriffs of Galloway for over four centuries. The author traces the family's origins from their early beginnings in Scotland, through their rise to prominence as sheriffs, to their eventual decline in the 18th and 19th centuries. The book covers the Agnew family's involvement in various historical events, including the Scottish Wars of Independence, the Jacobite rebellions, and the Covenanting period. It also gives insight into the family's connections with other prominent Scottish families, including the Stewarts, the Douglases, and the Maxwells. Throughout the book, the author provides extensive genealogical information about the Agnew family, including details about family members' marriages, children, and other notable achievements. The book also includes illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the family's history and its connection to the wider Scottish historical context. Overall, ""The Agnews of Lochnaw"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, genealogy, or the role of hereditary sheriffs in Scotland. It provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the Agnew family's history, and its impact on the wider Scottish historical landscape.With Contemporary Anecdotes, Traditions, And Genealogical Notices Of Old Families Of The Sheriffdom, 1330 To 1747.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.
