A Historical Account Of Peterhead

""A Historical Account of Peterhead: From the Earliest Period to the Present Time"" is a book written by James Arbuthnot and published in 1815. The book provides a comprehensive historical overview of the town of Peterhead, located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The author begins by tracing the town's origins back to prehistoric times, discussing the various tribes and peoples who inhabited the area before the arrival of the Picts and the Scots. He then goes on to describe the town's development during the medieval period, including its role as a center for trade and commerce.Arbuthnot also discusses the town's involvement in various historical events, such as the Scottish Wars of Independence and the Jacobite rebellions. He provides detailed accounts of important figures who played a role in the town's history, including local landowners, merchants, and political leaders. The book also includes information on the town's economy, including its fishing industry and the development of its harbor.Overall, ""A Historical Account of Peterhead"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of Scotland's most important towns. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, as well as those interested in the history of trade and commerce in the medieval period.Comprehending An Account Of Its Trade, Shipping, Commerce, And Manufactures, Mineral Wells, Baths, Etc. With An Appendix, Containing A Copy Of The Original Charter Of Erection, Together With The By-Laws And Regulations, Relative To The Harbors, Etc. Also, A Natural History Of The Fishes Found On The Coasts Of Buchan.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.