In 1678, Scotland liesunder the dark threat of union with England. In an era of intrigue and bloodshed, Andrew Fletcher, laird of Saltoun, stands out as a man of ideals and integrity. His fearless and dogged opposition to the Treaty becomes a thirty-year campaign fought in Europe as well as his native Scotland. His eventual defeat is the defeat of a hero and of a cause so dear to his people that his name is glorified in Scottish history.'Through his imaginative dialogue, he provides a voice for Scotland's heroes' Scotland on Sunday
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The fascinating 17th century tale of Scottish hero, Andrew Fletcher, laird of Saltoun and his thirty-year campaign against the Act of Union with England.
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He has an amazingly broad grip of Scottish history * Daily Telegraph *One of Scotland's most prolific and respected writers * The Times *An accomplished writer of compelling and unforgettable historical novels * She magazine *Through his imaginative dialogue, he provides a voice for Scotland's heroes * Scotland on Sunday *Tranter's popularity lies in his knack of making historical events immediate and exciting * Historical Novels Review *An informative, entertaining read * Daily Examiner *He treats history with respect * Financial Times *
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The fascinating 17th century tale of Scottish hero, Andrew Fletcher, laird of Saltoun and his thirty-year campaign against the Act of Union with England.

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780340349151
Publisert
1994-10-20
Utgiver
Vendor
Coronet Books
Vekt
201 gr
Høyde
178 mm
Bredde
111 mm
Dybde
29 mm
Aldersnivå
01, G
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
384

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Biographical note

One of Scotland`s best-loved authors, Nigel Tranter wrote over ninety novels on Scottish history. He died at the age of ninety on 9 January 2000.