Fletcher Of Saltoun (1897)

Fletcher Of Saltoun (1897)

George William Thomson Omond

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Política y gobierno
ISBN:
9781436848985
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Fletcher of Saltoun is a biography written by George William Thomson Omond in 1897. The book tells the story of Andrew Fletcher, a Scottish politician and writer who lived during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Fletcher was a strong advocate for Scottish independence and was known for his opposition to the Union with England. He was also a prolific writer, producing works on a variety of topics including politics, economics, and philosophy. Omond’s biography provides a detailed account of Fletcher’s life and career, tracing his early years as a member of the Scottish gentry, his involvement in politics, and his later years as a writer and intellectual. The book also explores the historical context in which Fletcher lived, providing insights into the political and social issues of the time. Overall, Fletcher of Saltoun is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on an important figure in Scottish history.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.

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